Question :
What does the variety status mean?
Answer :
Each record shows information on the status linked to the register. You will find the following status:
- APPLICATION: indicates that the procedure of registration, grant, or listing is under assessment
- REGISTERED: shows that the variety was registered (and is still under protection for plant variety rights)
- WITHDRAWN: the application was withdrawn before registration or grant
- REJECTED: the application was rejected before registration or grant
- SURRENDERED: the right or registration has been cancelled by the title holder before its foreseeable end.
- TERMINATED: the right or registration has been cancelled by the relevant office before its foreseeable end
- EXPIRED: after the variety registration reached the end of the period of validity or the duration of protection has expired.