CIOPORA is an association operating under Swiss law and has its seat in Geneva. Its members are mainly breeders of vegetatively reproduced ornamental and fruit varieties.
CIOPORA furthermore counts among its members national breeder associations, consultants and lawyers active in the field of intellectual property rights, supporting CIOPORA's policy.
Where necessary or advisable, CIOPORA members may create national or regional sections in order to intervene with their local authorities competent in the area of protecting plant breeders' rights.
