From the day of publication of the decree which makes plant breeders’ certificates subject to the ex officio licence system, any person presenting technical and professional guarantees may apply to the Minister of Agriculture for the grant of an exploitation licence.
This licence can only be non-exclusive. It is granted by order of the Minister of Agriculture on specified conditions, particularly as regards its duration and scope, but excluding the royalties to which it gives rise.
It takes effect on the date of notification of the order to the parties.
Failing amicable agreement, the amount of royalties is set by the judicial authority, determined in accordance with Article L. 623-31.