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Iowa Code Title V. Agriculture [Chs. 159-215A] § 199.10. Testing methods--cooperation of facilities

Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

1. Testing methods when seed is for sale. Seed lots of all kinds of agricultural seed intended for sale in this state shall be tested in accordance with the association of official seed analysts' rules for testing seed or the regulations under the Federal Seed Act.  1 The tests required shall be:

a. Purity analysis.

b. Noxious weed examination.

c. Germination.

2. Charges for testing. Charges for seed testing by the Iowa state university seed testing laboratory shall be determined by the laboratory. Separate fee schedules shall be published for:

a. Tests for seed dealers, permit holders, and farmers who plan to sell seed.

b. Tests for out-of-state persons.

3. Cooperation between the Iowa state university and the department of agriculture and land stewardship. To furnish farmers and seed dealers with information as to seed quality and guide them in the proper labeling of seed for sale, these organizations shall:

a. Integrate seed testing so as to avoid unnecessary duplication of personnel and equipment. The Iowa state university seed testing laboratory shall promote seed education and research and shall conduct service testing for farmers and seed dealers.

b. Exchange information which will be mutually beneficial to both agencies in matters pertaining to agricultural seed.

c. Guide seed testing by all individuals or organizations so as to promote uniformity of seed testing in Iowa.

1 7 U.S.C.A. § 1551 et seq.
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