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Standard Essential Patents (SEPs) are creating significant barriers to innovation in the U.S. precision agriculture sector, particularly affecting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and emerging technology companies. While precision agriculture continues to expand, patent licensing burdens are becoming increasingly problematic for innovators developing IoT-enabled farming solutions/ The intersection of AgriTech with wireless communication standards is creating new lice

The global AgriTech landscape is a constant source of innovation, as evidenced by 3.5 million patents filed worldwide. To truly understand the market, however, these numbers must translate into real-world usage. The U.S. provides a compelling case study, with 91% of farmers already having adopted some form of AgriTech. This article will drill down into the specific technologies U.S. farmers are utilizing and the factors driving their adoption, drawing insights primarily fro

The proliferation of AI models and automation technology is reshaping modern economies. In the Agrifood sector, precision agriculture, which encompasses advancements in robotic and autonomous agricultural vehicles, as well as automation facilitated by artificial intelligence (AI) and software, is experiencing rapid growth driven by these innovations. The World Intellectual Property Organization's (WIPO) 2024 AgriFood report provides an overview of the patent landscape of prec

Abstract DeepIP is a patent prosecution tool that leverages AI to assist with drafting patent applications and responding to office actions (OAs). The system employs a hybrid architecture, combining proprietary models trained on patent corpus data with secure large language model (LLM) integration from leading AI providers. The software is designed to reduce the drafting time required to prepare patent applications and OA responses. I evaluated the software during a two-wee

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) requires inventors to identify any prior art they are aware of at the time of filing. This may seem like doing the examiner’s job for them. However, strategic use of the information disclosure statement (IDS) can enhance the value of your IP assets. With the USPTO's recent fee changes taking effect on January 19, 2025, now is a great time to review these obligations and procedures.

There are many statuses a patent application can have at the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Pending status indicates that a patent application has been filed for an invention, but no patent rights have been granted. Your application will remain pending until it is granted or abandoned. [1]. Granted patents are approved by the USPTO and provide enforceable patent rights while active. Applications are considered abandoned when the applicant fails to respon

There is a well-known backlog of patent applications at the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Applicants wait an average of 18-24 months to receive the first correspondence from their patent examiner. Fortunately, the USPTO provides options to prioritize your application that can cut this time in half. Expedited examination options and their requirements Track One Prioritized Examination Track one is a program designed to reach a final disposition (allowanc

The grant date and the expiration date of a patent are often seen as most important when considering patent rights. While these dates are significant, applicants must understand the USPTO's internal deadlines to successfully navigate from filing the patent application to approval. Timing is a critical component of every patent strategy, and missing a deadline could mean the loss of patent rights. Below are some key dates and timelines at the USPTO. Patent Filing Dates When