The purpose of this regulation is to implement the manner of testing seeds regulated by the Alabama seed law, for germination and to prescribe germination standards and tolerances. It also provides prohibitions and restrictions of noxious weed seed. It also establishes permit fees for seed dealers and processors.

Author: Charles H. Barnes, John P. Hagood

Statutory Authority: Code of Ala. 1975, §2-26-3.

History: Filed April 19, 1982. Amended: Filed August 16, 2004; effective September 20, 2004.