Form

Request sampling and testing of a seed lot

Form to apply for official sampling of a qualifying seed lot to be tested and entered for certification.

• From: Animal and Plant Health Agency
• Published: 1 January 2010
• Last updated: 16 January 2018 — See all updates

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Request for sampling and testing and to enter a seed lot

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Sampling frequency card (for reference only)

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Seeds marketing is regulated and, for most agricultural and vegetable species, only seeds which have been certified may be marketed.

After seed has been processed, divided into seed lots, and sealed and labelled, it must be sampled and tested to confirm whether it meets the seeds standards for certification. A seed test report must be issued stating that the requirements have been achieved.

This form must be completed by the applicant to request the sampling and testing of an official sample of a qualifying seed lot.

For further information, see the guide to seed certification procedures and a brief guide to seed marketing

Published 1 January 2010
Last updated 16 January 2018 + show all updates

1. 16 January 2018

   Update 'Request for sampling and testing and to enter a seed lot' document

2. 1 January 2010

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