Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 50, December 13, 2024
Section 61-9-4 - Additional Tree and Shrub Seed Labeling RequirementsIn addition to the label requirements established by law, the following data shall be shown on the analysis tag and invoice for all seeds listed in Appendix 4, Kind of Tree and Shrub Seeds Subject to Germination Labeling:
4.1. Seed Origin: 4.1.1. For seed collected from a predominantly indigenous (natural) stand, the area of collection given by latitude and longitude or geographic description or political subdivision such as state or county. 4.1.2. For seed collected from other than predominantly indigenous stand (plantation), the identity of the area of collection and the origin of the stand or the statement "Origin Not Indigenous."; 4.2. The upper and lower elevations within which seed was collected; 4.3. The common name and scientific or genetic name;4.4. The year in which the collection was made as required by W. Va. Code, § 19-16-2(r)(2)(H); and 4.5. Seed Germination: 4.5.1. Germination shall be shown in percentage and percentage of firm ungerminated seed or hard seed; or4.5.2. As required by W. Va. Code, § 19-16-2(r)(2)(G)(iv), when the seed is transported or delivered for transportation within the calendar year collected or within six (6) months following the calendar year of collection the seed may bear the statement "Test in Progress"; or4.5.3. When the seed is being transported to a consumer, the name of the consumer and the statement "Contract seed not for resale and subject to test to be arranged."