Thailand Clarifies Basil Cultivation Rights Amidst "CP Group Controversy"
Concerns arose in Thailand over the seed protection registration of basil varieties developed by CP Group, fearing it would restrict public cultivation and sales. However, the Ministry of Agriculture has clarified that common basil varieties remain freely cultivable and sellable, alleviating public anxiety.
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