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["shambeda" <shambeda@epix.net>]

 I have some questions concerning patented varieties of apples. The questions 
are
related to handling patented varieties (patented by others) without getting 
into
trouble with the law or the patent holder.  I was hoping that one of you can
provide me some insight and answers to these questions, and perhaps other 
related
questions that I have not considered.

1. Can I take a scion from a tree I own and graft it onto another tree I own?
2. Can I give a patented scion to another homeowner?
3. How do I determine if the tree (named variety) is patented?

Thanks in advance for you wisdom and guidance.
Steve