On 31 October, the closing event of the VISEC (Sectoral Vision of the Gran Chaco) mentoring, developed by Component 3 for Intellectual Property Rights, implemented by the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO), took place. The initiative sought to strengthen the soybean and beef value chains in Argentina through the strategic use of intellectual property (IP), aligned with the sustainability requirements of the European Union.

The closing workshop presented the results of the legal analysis of European regulations and the IP strategy designed specifically for VISEC members. These tools are essential for Argentinean producers to position themselves in highly demanding international markets and to effectively communicate their environmental commitments.

The meeting brought together representatives of public bodies, producer associations and international specialists, who underlined the importance of integrating sustainability, traceability and intellectual property to strengthen the competitiveness of agri-food chains.

This workshop concludes the mentoring programme developed with VISEC, which included exchange spaces, specialised legal advice and the elaboration of a practical roadmap on intellectual property aimed at the sustainability of the sector.

This work consolidates VISEC as a national reference platform on sustainability and traceability, and demonstrates the EU's commitment to supporting Latin America in the creation of more sustainable and innovative value chains, in line with international standards. From December 2025, EUIPO will also take over the management of the EU's geographical indications for artisanal and industrial products, extending its work in the protection of local knowledge and the promotion of responsible production models.