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Membership

Why Join SIPI

Members of SIPI benefit from:

Access to shared intelligence and regional insights on intellectual property enforcement
Support and guidance in addressing seed piracy and IP infringement cases
Collaboration with industry peers, legal experts, and enforcement stakeholders
Participation in knowledge-sharing initiatives, surveys, and capacity-building activities
A collective voice in strengthening best practices for seed IP protection across the region

How to Join

Organizations interested in becoming a SIPI member may apply by submitting a written application to the SIPI Board.

All membership applications are reviewed and voted upon by the Full Members at a General Meeting or, where applicable, through an expedited written admission procedure. Upon approval, applicants are required to pay the corresponding annual membership fee, after which membership formally takes effect.

Membership fees vary depending on membership category and the applicant’s level of activity in the Asia-Pacific region. Detailed information on fees and requirements is available upon request.

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BECOME A MEMBER

By joining SIPI, members become part of a trusted regional platform dedicated to protecting seed innovation, strengthening enforcement cooperation, and supporting sustainable growth in the vegetable seed industry.

Interested organizations are encouraged to contact SIPI to learn more about membership requirements and the application process.

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Membership Types

SIPI offers two categories of membership:

Full Members

Full Membership is open to companies actively engaged in the research, breeding, production, marketing, or distribution of vegetable seeds within the Asia-Pacific region. Full Members participate directly in SIPI’s decision-making processes and governance, including voting rights at General Meetings, subject to the provisions of the Constitution.

Associate Members

Associate Membership is available to organizations and entities that can make a meaningful contribution to SIPI’s objectives. Associate Members participate in SIPI activities in an advisory and collaborative capacity but do not have voting rights at General Meetings.