N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. tit. 1, § 118.6
Representative samples of seed shall meet the following general standards:
| Foundation | Certified | |
|---|---|---|
| Pure seed (minimum) | 99.0% | 99.0% |
| Other varieties (maximum) | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Other crop seed (maximum) | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Weed seeds (maximum) | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Germination quick (minimum) | 35.0% | 35.0% |
| Total germination and hard seed (minimum) | 70.0% | 70.0% |