The article is about the National Food Safety and Quality Council to be set up. This would be an institution in place to monitor food and feed safety risks. This is so as to prevent foodborne illnesses. It would also enable the Nigerian food sector...

Drying, in the context of agriculture, refers to the process of removing moisture from crops. After harvest, a crop will have inherent moisture that it accumulated during the growth phase. The moisture creates a favorable environment for microbial ac...

The result of the continued collaboration with the International Trade Centre (ITC) and WIPO, this guide is focused on the intellectual property issues that exporters need to think about. It deals with a number of issues of concern to exporters such...

This guide is focused on the crafts and visual arts sectors and the intersection of intellectual property in the successful marketing of these products. A joint development of the International Trade Centre (ITC) and WIPO it draws on the expertise of...

This Manual is based on material used and tested in a series of workshops conducted jointly by WIPO and the International Trade Centre (ITC) where the importance of understanding the relevance of intellectual property in negotiating technology licens...

Most businesses are likely to develop artistic and creative material or use those developed by others. Businesses involved in printing, publishing, music and audiovisual creations (film and TV); advertising, communication and marketing; crafts, visua...

Distinctive signs enable a company to distinguish its products and services from those of other companies. Trademarks provide protection for these signs allowing companies to create visibility and build their brand image. This guide explains the trad...

In today’s knowledge economy, companies must constantly innovate and come up with new ideas and solutions to stay ahead. These innovative ideas and solutions may be protected by patent rights. This guide explains the patent system and how businesses...

Franchising is one of the fastest and most popular means of business expansion. At the core of franchising is the licensing of intellectual property rights. Packed with examples and tips, this practical guide for business people outlines different ty...

Attractive designs are a key factor in determining the success of products in the market. Industrial design rights protect the ornamental or aesthetic appearance of a product and help companies differentiate their products from those of their competi...

With the WIPO IP Diagnostics you can undertake a basic diagnostic of the intellectual property (IP) situation of your business. It is in the form of a questionnaire with several sections that will ask you questions on different IP topics (e.g. innova...

Food Systems are the people, places, and activities that bring us food. They make food available in diverse ways that influence and shape the choices we make about what to eat, when, and how.