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Guide to Seed Certification: Combinable Crops
From Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine
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This document provides a guide to seed certification for combinable crops such as cereals and beans.
The Seed Certification system is an official system supported by EU and National legislation and International protocols to ensure that seed is produced, multiplied and marketed according to predetermined standards and systems while maintaining the genetic integrity of the product.
The immediate objective of the Seed Certification system is to provide a guarantee to the purchaser that the seed is true to identity, high in purity and germination capacity and free from major pests and diseases. Seed quality is most important in crop production, as high quality seed is essential for good crop yields and good returns.
Experienced officials conduct all the inspections, tests and controls required by the Seed Certification Scheme in Ireland.
