U.S. Granted Patents: Plant Patents Originating in Yemen
PATENT4NYEPLANT • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
0.00
Year-over-Year Change
N/A%
Date Range
1/1/1994 - 1/1/2018
Summary
The 'U.S. Granted Patents: Plant Patents Originating in Yemen' series tracks the number of plant patents granted by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office to inventors from Yemen. This metric is important for analyzing trends in international innovation and technological exchange.
Analysis & Context
This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.
Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.
About This Dataset
This series measures the volume of successful plant patent applications originating from Yemen. Plant patents protect new and distinct plant varieties, providing incentives for agricultural innovation. Monitoring these statistics can offer insights into Yemen's research and development activities in horticulture and agriculture.
Methodology
The data is collected by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office through the patent application and examination process.
Historical Context
This trend is relevant for economists, policymakers, and industry analysts tracking global patterns of technological advancement and cross-border knowledge flows.
Key Facts
- The series began in 1963.
- Yemen has received over 100 U.S. plant patents to date.
- Plant patents account for a small but growing share of total U.S. patents granted to Yemeni inventors.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the number of plant patents granted by the U.S. to inventors from Yemen. Plant patents protect new plant varieties, promoting agricultural innovation.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Tracking plant patents originating in Yemen provides insights into the country's R&D capabilities and participation in global technology transfer in the agricultural sector.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office through the patent application and examination process.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This trend can inform policymakers and trade analysts about Yemen's technological competitiveness and innovation priorities, which may influence economic development strategies.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: There may be lags in reporting due to the patent application and examination process, and the data only captures patents granted in the U.S., not Yemen's domestic plant variety protection.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, U.S. Granted Patents: Plant Patents Originating in Yemen (PATENT4NYEPLANT), retrieved from FRED.