For there is no better way to improve innovation in agriculture than with its first input - seed. But improving seed is no easy task. It takes years of research, extensive testing, and investments of millions of dollars. That s where intellectual property comes in. It creates an opportunity for companies to get a return on their investment, same as with all sorts of industries and all sorts of products.
Seed is no exception.
In fact, the seed industry is attracting more interest than ever before. Obviously, this is an area with tremendous potential. Fueling this growth will require massive investment from the private sector. Canada's Intellectual Property environment is the factor that will determine how much will be invested in Canada. Globally, the seed industry has a wide range of options.