10.2.5 Application Data and Supporting Tools

Also in this Chapter:

• 10.2.1 Accessing the QP Portal

• 10.2.2 Viewing and Managing Applications

• 10.2.3 Submitting PETAs and Detailed Descriptions

• 10.2.4 Portal Statuses

• 10.2.6 Images, Datasheets and Part 2 Applications

On this Page

• Overview

• Why isn’t all information prepopulated?

• What if details that I cannot edit are incorrect?

• Can I request data to help select comparator varieties?

Overview

Some application information is prepopulated into the QP Portal. The extent of prepopulation may vary because application data is manually entered by IP Australia staff and may be captured differently as the transition to the new QP Portal progresses. QPs should carefully review all pre-filled fields before submission.

Why isn’t all information prepopulated?

Application data is manually entered by IP Australia staff. Some data may have been missed, and prepopulation may vary as IP Australia transitions to the new QP Portal.

When you enter application data into the QP Portal, it will be prepopulated into future documents for the same application.

You should review all pre-filled fields carefully before submission.

What if details that I cannot edit are incorrect?

If application details are incorrect, such as:

• variety name

• botanical name

• applicant details

then:

• these fields cannot be edited in the portal

• you can continue to enter information into your PETA or detailed description

• do not submit the document

• the applicant or agent must contact the PBR Office to request corrections

Corrected details will be updated in the portal once amended in the system.

Can I request data to help select comparator varieties?

Yes.

You may:

• use the PBR Search tool

• contact the PBR Office for assistance on pbr@ipaustralia.gov.au 

Examiners may provide extracted data, for example in Excel format, from previous descriptions. This data can be filtered to assist with identifying comparator varieties.