W. Va. Code R. § 61-39-16

Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 50, December 13, 2024

Section 61-39-16 - Applying for Seed Certification in West Virginia

16.1. To participate in the West Virginia seed certification program, applicants shall submit an application for seed certification to the appropriate certifying agency.

16.1.1. An application for seed certification shall be submitted for each crop, variety and field.

16.1.2. Applications may be obtained from a certified seed processor or the certifying agency.

16.1.3. The applicant is responsible for payment of all fees.

16.1.4. The applicant shall attach to the application for seed certification official tags/labels and/or other verification from seed stock planted.

16.1.5. When it is necessary for a grower to reseed due to a failure to get a stand, the grower shall retain records of seed lots used and the date of reseeding. Reseeding must be done within two years of the original planting date for grasses or within one year for all other crops. If seed stock of a different lot is used for reseeding, the grower shall submit proof of seed stock used on a seedling application form. An additional application fee will be charged.

W. Va. Code R. § 61-39-16