Only growers or firms approved by the certifying agency shall be eligible to produce certified seed. Approval shall be based on the suitability of the land for seed production, ownership or access to acceptable seed processing equipment and the background, training, experience and integrity of the grower. The seed certifying agency will conduct educational programs to aid producers in the successful production and processing of certified seed.
N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. Tit. 1 § 96.8