Section 113.53. Seed testing

(a) A representative sample of the entire lot of seed, as it is to be offered for sale, will be drawn by a representative of the certification office and sent to the Department Seed Laboratory.

(b) Seed samples will be drawn, tested and analyzed in accordance with Chapter 111 (relating to seed testing, labeling and standards). The applicant will be charged the fee established in the Seed Act for the tests. In the event of unforeseen problems, samples may be sent to another laboratory approved by the Department.

(c) A copy of the analysis report will be sent to the seedsman and may be used for labeling purposes. If seed standards have been met, the report will also indicate final certification approval. Samples not meeting seed standards shall be reconditioned, after which another official sample will be drawn and the appropriate fee charged.

The provisions of this § 113.53 amended September 26, 1975, effective September 27, 1975, 5 Pa.B. 2522; amended April 6, 1990, effective April 7, 1990, 20 Pa.B. 1878; amended May 22, 2009, effective June 22, 2009, 39 Pa.B. 2584. Immediately preceding text appears at serial pages (276731) to (276732).

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The provisions of this § 113.53 amended under 3 Pa.C.S. § § 7111 and 7117.