Distinctive signs and agricultural sustainability

Hsiao-Fen Hsu

Chapter 18 in Intellectual Property, Ethical Innovation and Sustainability, 2026, pp 247-260 from Edward Elgar Publishing

Abstract: This chapter examines how intellectual property frameworks, particularly through distinctive signs such as trademarks and geographical indications, can be leveraged to promote sustainable agricultural practices while simultaneously supporting community revival. It explores the intersection of these IP rights with environmental sustainability and social equity in agricultural communities, analyzing how proper implementation of trademarks and GIs can foster both ecological responsibility and cultural preservation. The analysis demonstrates how these distinctive signs serve beyond their traditional market-differentiating functions to protect local knowledge and promote sustainable farming practices. The discussion will emphasize practical applications and policy implications for using distinctive signs as a tool for sustainable development in agricultural contexts.

Keywords: Distinctive Signs; Sustainable Agriculture; Geographical Indications; GIs; Trademarks; Intellectual Property Rights; Environmental Sustainability; Cultural Heritage (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2026
ISBN: 9781035367764
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