Print This PageMonsanto Seed Patent Protection
The purpose of this webpage is to provide farmers, the press, and the general public with accurate information about Monsanto’s efforts on protecting patents and agreements relative to seeds. There has been a lot of misinformation on this topic. We are hoping to dispel misconceptions and avoid any new ones. We’ve provided a variety of information below that is intended to provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of what we do to protect our seed patents, why, and how.
If you have any questions, concerns or comments, please use the comment section. We’ll make every effort to get back to you as quickly as possible.
Documents and Info Monsanto Provides to Farmers
Growers are expected to stay informed of up-to-date management practices for Monsanto products. The Technology Use Guide provides a concise overview of Monsanto’s current portfolio of technology products and sets forth the requirements and guidelines for use of these products. Growers who wish to purchase and use our patented seed must have a signed and valid Monsanto Technology/Stewardship Agreement.
Monsanto’s primary reason for enforcing its patents is to ensure a level playing field for the vast majority of honest farmers who abide by their agreements, and to discourage using technology illegally to gain an unfair advantage. This document lays out our commitment to farmers when reviewing, evaluating and investigating potential seed patent infringement matters.
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Monsanto's Commitment: Farmers & Patents
Monsanto Articles on Patent Protection Efforts
Monsanto’s award winning internal communications team has developed a series of articles on the subject of seed patents so that Monsanto employees have a good understanding of this issue. Read the articles to see what Monsanto employees are reading about saved seed and seed patents.
- Why Does Monsanto Patent Seeds?
- Farmers Reporting Farmers
- Field Procedure
- Seed Police?
- Settling the Matter
If you have questions or comments about Monsanto’s seed patent protection practices, email fortherecord@monsanto.com
