CIOPORA Academy Madrid: A Prelude to Innovation in Plant Breeding
- CIOPORA
- Aug 28
- 3 min read
Updated: Nov 3
Join Us for the Midterm Meeting in Madrid
The upcoming CIOPORA Midterm Meeting in Madrid is set to be a pivotal event for plant breeders. This gathering will serve as a prelude to the new version of CIOPORA Academy Madrid, generating a series of activities ahead of Fruit Attraction, one of the sector's main trade fairs.
Madrid, Spain – September 2025 – CIOPORA, the global association for breeders of asexually reproduced horticultural plants, will hold its Midterm Meeting from September 25–26, 2025. This event will bring together members, experts, and stakeholders for two days filled with intellectual exchange, strategic discussions, and valuable networking opportunities.
The timing of this meeting is significant. It occurs just before Fruit Attraction 2025, a leading international trade event for the fruit and vegetable sector. This alignment allows participants to engage in strategic discussions on plant variety protection (PVP) while staying attuned to the commercial pulse of the global horticulture industry.
September 25: A Day for CIOPORA Members
The first day of the Midterm Meeting will focus on internal discussions among CIOPORA members. It will feature sessions addressing evolving legal challenges, tools for plant breeders, and region-specific developments, such as the situation in India. The program includes contributions from legal experts and industry leaders, along with opportunities for networking and exchange.
Key Topics Include:
The Private & Non-Commercial Use Exception
IP & Non-IP Tools for Breeders
Campaigning for IP Awareness
Developments in CPVR Evaluation
Strategic Focus: India
The evening will conclude with the traditional CIOPORA Dinner, open to both members and invited guests.
September 26: Public IP Conference
The second day will be open to members and invited guests for a full-day IP Public Conference under the theme: “Shaping the Future of IP for Plant Breeders: From Challenges Towards Opportunities.” The agenda includes high-level keynotes and five expert-led panel debates covering critical topics such as:
The future of plant breeding under new genomic techniques (NGTs)
The evolving horticultural landscape
International perspectives on the future of UPOV
Lessons from other IPR systems
Networking sessions throughout the day will provide ample opportunities for participants to connect, collaborate, and engage in informal discussions.
Looking Ahead: CIOPORA Academy Madrid
CIOPORA’s educational arm will host the CIOPORA Academy Madrid on September 29, following Fruit Attraction. This full-day workshop will delve into pressing legal and regulatory topics, from changes in global PVP frameworks to EU green marketing regulations and strategies to combat online infringement.
CIOPORA invites all members and partners to join us in Madrid for this timely gathering. For meeting inquiries or to schedule an appointment with the CIOPORA team during Fruit Attraction, please contact us at info@ciopora.org or visit our website www.ciopora.org.
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CIOPORA on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ciopora
CIOPORA on Twitter: @CIOPORA_IP
CIOPORA on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CIOPORA
CIOPORA: Uniting Breeders, Protecting Innovation. www.ciopora.org
CIOPORA is the International Association of Breeders of Asexually Reproduced Horticultural Varieties. Breeders of such varieties account for two-thirds of all Plant Variety Rights (PVR) titles in the world. For over 60 years, CIOPORA has represented these breeders in all matters of Intellectual Property (IP) protection and aims to foster an environment in which the innovation of these breeders can flourish. CIOPORA is a member-based, non-profit organization. www.ciopora.org
The CIOPORA Academy is a specialized international education program on IP for plants tailored to the needs of the green sector. The formats include small-group workshops and live webinars. Our learner community consists of plant breeders and other participants of the horticultural value chain, as well as IP lawyers and patent attorneys. With its unique workshop and webinar programs frequented by over 500 professionals from over 25 countries, the CIOPORA Academy aspires to be a global reference program on IP for the green business. www.ciopora-academy.org
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