The Protection of New Plant Varieties Act 2004 (PNPV Act 2004) is an intellectual property legislation in Malaysia that regulates farmers' rights and new plant varieties. It provides for the protection of the rights of breeders of new plant varieties and recognizes and protects contributing farmers, local communities, and indigenous people. The Act also prescribes procedures for applying for the registration of a new plant variety and granting a breeder's right.