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The Plant Varieties Act (Amendment) Regulations 2026

This Statutory Instrument amends the definition of a small farmer in section 9(10) of the Plant Varieties Act 1997.

• From: Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs
• Published: 20 January 2026

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This instrument amends the definition of a small farmer in section 9(10) of the Plant Varieties Act 1997 (“the 1997 Act”) to provide a clearer definition in line with the current policy intent and to remove the potential for confusion and ambiguity in its interpretation.

Published 20 January 2026