PLANT VARIETY DEVELOPMENT OFFICE COMPANY LIMITED BY GUARANTEE

The Plant Variety Development Office (PVDO) is the statutory body responsible for administering the collection of royalties on farm-saved seed (FSS) in Ireland. Operating under Statutory Instrument No 273/2007, PVDO ensures that farmers who use seed harvested from their own holdings meet their legal obligations while receiving a fair return that supports a competitive plant-breeding sector and the development of new, better varieties.

PVDO's core services include an online royalty calculator, a simple return-submission platform and guidance on seed processing requirements and royalty rates. By helping growers self-declare their use of FSS, calculate payments and submit returns, the office promotes responsible seed stewardship, protects seed health and safeguards the interests of both breeders and farmers.

Based in Dublin, PVDO serves the farming community across the Republic, offering a transparent, user-friendly system that balances legal compliance with the practical needs of Irish agriculture.