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Figure 4: Examples of Certification Tags

Examples of different certification tags that can be found on a seed bag. These certification tags will be in addition to the actual seed tag that lists the purity, germination percentage, variety, lot number, origin, net weight, percent inert matter, weed seed, noxious weed seed and the seller’s name and address.

Photocopy of foundation tag
Foundation Tag - White		 Photocopy of tested class tag
Tested Class Tag - Blue
Photocopy of registered tag
Registered Tag - Purple		 Photocopy of selected class tag
Selected Class Tag - green
Photocopy of certified tag
Certified Tag - Blue		 Photocopy of source identified tag
Source Identified Tag - Gold

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Plant Materials Technical Note Number MT-38 (PDF; 561 KB)

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Last Modified: 08/21/2008