Protection schemes for Mexican Agaves

“Mexican Agaves, their genetic wealth, knowledge and diverse use for food, textile, fodder, ornamental, sweetener, medicinal, among other purposes, can be protected through various strategies for their conservation and sustainable use, such as designations of origin, geographical indications and plant varieties, which recognize their economic, social, cultural and environmental importance, writes Enriqueta Molina, expert in plant varieties at Santamarina + Steta.

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