MPEP Section 1600, Plant Patents
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1601 Introduction: The Act, Scope, Type of Plants Covered
1602 Rules Applicable
1603 Elements of a Plant Application
1604 Applicant, Oath or Declaration
1605 Specification and Claim
1606 Drawings
1607 Specimens
1608 Examination
1609 Report of Agricultural Research Service
1610 The Action
1611 Issue
1612 UPOV Convention
1613 Right of Priority Based upon Application for Plant Breeder's Rights