TJMT confirms victory of Aprosoja MT against undue collection of royalties by Bayer

The Mato Grosso Soybean and Corn Producers Association (Aprosoja MT) obtained an important victory in the Mato Grosso Court of Justice (TJMT) this Wednesday (25.06) which, unanimously, denied the appeal filed by Bayer, maintaining the first instance sentence that recognized as undue the collection of 2/3 of the royalties related to Intacta biotechnology.

The court decision also ensures the refund of amounts unduly paid by rural producers, consolidating the understanding that there is no legal support for charging royalties on technologies whose patent protection has exceeded 20 years, according to the Industrial Property Law.

With the confirmation of the sentence, the Judiciary reinforces the need for transparency in contractual relationships involving biotechnology and recognizes the firm action of Aprosoja MT in defending the interests of farmers in Mato Grosso. 

Bayer Positioning

Bayer informs that it has become aware of the dismissal of the appeal of the decision of the Court of First Instance regarding the lawsuit that seeks to correct the terms of certain patents related to the INTACTA RR2 PRO® soybean technology. This decision is subject to appeal and we trust in the review by the higher court. 

It is important to highlight that there are no changes to the fundamental principles of our business model, including the system of legal tests and charging at Points of Delivery (PODs).  

INTACTA RR2 PRO® technology continues to be protected by intellectual property rights, including patents granted and valid in Brazil and abroad. Bayer continues to trust in the legal system that protects intellectual property rights.