The Cereal Seed (Scotland) Regulations 2005

					Maximum content by number of seeds of other plant species in a sample of the weight specified in column 6 of paragraph 26(2) of Part II of Schedule 5	Maximum content by number of seeds of other plant species in a sample of the weight specified in column 6 of paragraph 26(2) of Part II of Schedule 5	Maximum content by number of seeds of other plant species in a sample of the weight specified in column 6 of paragraph 26(2) of Part II of Schedule 5	Maximum content by number of seeds of other plant species in a sample of the weight specified in column 6 of paragraph 26(2) of Part II of Schedule 5	Maximum content by number of seeds of other plant species in a sample of the weight specified in column 6 of paragraph 26(2) of Part II of Schedule 5	Maximum content by number of seeds of other plant species in a sample of the weight specified in column 6 of paragraph 26(2) of Part II of Schedule 5	Maximum content by number of seeds of other plant species in a sample of the weight specified in column 6 of paragraph 26(2) of Part II of Schedule 5	Maximum content by number of seeds of other plant species in a sample of the weight specified in column 6 of paragraph 26(2) of Part II of Schedule 5	Maximum content by number of seeds of other plant species in a sample of the weight specified in column 6 of paragraph 26(2) of Part II of Schedule 5	Maximum content by number of seeds of other plant species in a sample of the weight specified in column 6 of paragraph 26(2) of Part II of Schedule 5	Maximum content by number of seeds of other plant species in a sample of the weight specified in column 6 of paragraph 26(2) of Part II of Schedule 5	Maximum content by number of seeds of other plant species in a sample of the weight specified in column 6 of paragraph 26(2) of Part II of Schedule 5
Species and category	Germination (% of pure seed)	Germination (% of pure seed)	Analytical purity (% by weight)	Analytical purity (% by weight)	Other plant species (inc. seeds of the species specified in columns 8 to 15)	Other plant species (inc. seeds of the species specified in columns 8 to 15)	Other cereal species	Other cereal species	All species other than cereals	All species other than cereals	Avena fatua, Avena sterilis, Lolium temulentum	Avena fatua, Avena sterilis, Lolium temulentum	Elytrigia repens; or Agrostemma githago; or Bromus sterilis; or Raphanus raphanistrum	Elytrigia repens; or Agrostemma githago; or Bromus sterilis; or Raphanus raphanistrum	Ergot (pieces)	Ergot (pieces)
	Min Std	HVS	Min Std	HVS	Min Std	HVS	Min Std	HVS	Min Std	HVS	Min Std	HVS	Min Std	HVS	Min Std	HVS
1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10	11	12	13	14	15	16	17
(a)A second seed shall not be regarded as an impurity if a second sample of the same weight is free from any seeds of other cereals species.	(a)A second seed shall not be regarded as an impurity if a second sample of the same weight is free from any seeds of other cereals species.	(a)A second seed shall not be regarded as an impurity if a second sample of the same weight is free from any seeds of other cereals species.	(a)A second seed shall not be regarded as an impurity if a second sample of the same weight is free from any seeds of other cereals species.	(a)A second seed shall not be regarded as an impurity if a second sample of the same weight is free from any seeds of other cereals species.	(a)A second seed shall not be regarded as an impurity if a second sample of the same weight is free from any seeds of other cereals species.	(a)A second seed shall not be regarded as an impurity if a second sample of the same weight is free from any seeds of other cereals species.	(a)A second seed shall not be regarded as an impurity if a second sample of the same weight is free from any seeds of other cereals species.	(a)A second seed shall not be regarded as an impurity if a second sample of the same weight is free from any seeds of other cereals species.	(a)A second seed shall not be regarded as an impurity if a second sample of the same weight is free from any seeds of other cereals species.	(a)A second seed shall not be regarded as an impurity if a second sample of the same weight is free from any seeds of other cereals species.	(a)A second seed shall not be regarded as an impurity if a second sample of the same weight is free from any seeds of other cereals species.	(a)A second seed shall not be regarded as an impurity if a second sample of the same weight is free from any seeds of other cereals species.	(a)A second seed shall not be regarded as an impurity if a second sample of the same weight is free from any seeds of other cereals species.	(a)A second seed shall not be regarded as an impurity if a second sample of the same weight is free from any seeds of other cereals species.	(a)A second seed shall not be regarded as an impurity if a second sample of the same weight is free from any seeds of other cereals species.	(a)A second seed shall not be regarded as an impurity if a second sample of the same weight is free from any seeds of other cereals species.
(b)The presence of one seed of Avena fatua, Avena sterilis or Lolium temulentum in a sample of the prescribed weight shall not be regarded as an impurity where a second sample of the same weight is free from any seeds of these species.	(b)The presence of one seed of Avena fatua, Avena sterilis or Lolium temulentum in a sample of the prescribed weight shall not be regarded as an impurity where a second sample of the same weight is free from any seeds of these species.	(b)The presence of one seed of Avena fatua, Avena sterilis or Lolium temulentum in a sample of the prescribed weight shall not be regarded as an impurity where a second sample of the same weight is free from any seeds of these species.	(b)The presence of one seed of Avena fatua, Avena sterilis or Lolium temulentum in a sample of the prescribed weight shall not be regarded as an impurity where a second sample of the same weight is free from any seeds of these species.	(b)The presence of one seed of Avena fatua, Avena sterilis or Lolium temulentum in a sample of the prescribed weight shall not be regarded as an impurity where a second sample of the same weight is free from any seeds of these species.	(b)The presence of one seed of Avena fatua, Avena sterilis or Lolium temulentum in a sample of the prescribed weight shall not be regarded as an impurity where a second sample of the same weight is free from any seeds of these species.	(b)The presence of one seed of Avena fatua, Avena sterilis or Lolium temulentum in a sample of the prescribed weight shall not be regarded as an impurity where a second sample of the same weight is free from any seeds of these species.	(b)The presence of one seed of Avena fatua, Avena sterilis or Lolium temulentum in a sample of the prescribed weight shall not be regarded as an impurity where a second sample of the same weight is free from any seeds of these species.	(b)The presence of one seed of Avena fatua, Avena sterilis or Lolium temulentum in a sample of the prescribed weight shall not be regarded as an impurity where a second sample of the same weight is free from any seeds of these species.	(b)The presence of one seed of Avena fatua, Avena sterilis or Lolium temulentum in a sample of the prescribed weight shall not be regarded as an impurity where a second sample of the same weight is free from any seeds of these species.	(b)The presence of one seed of Avena fatua, Avena sterilis or Lolium temulentum in a sample of the prescribed weight shall not be regarded as an impurity where a second sample of the same weight is free from any seeds of these species.	(b)The presence of one seed of Avena fatua, Avena sterilis or Lolium temulentum in a sample of the prescribed weight shall not be regarded as an impurity where a second sample of the same weight is free from any seeds of these species.	(b)The presence of one seed of Avena fatua, Avena sterilis or Lolium temulentum in a sample of the prescribed weight shall not be regarded as an impurity where a second sample of the same weight is free from any seeds of these species.	(b)The presence of one seed of Avena fatua, Avena sterilis or Lolium temulentum in a sample of the prescribed weight shall not be regarded as an impurity where a second sample of the same weight is free from any seeds of these species.	(b)The presence of one seed of Avena fatua, Avena sterilis or Lolium temulentum in a sample of the prescribed weight shall not be regarded as an impurity where a second sample of the same weight is free from any seeds of these species.	(b)The presence of one seed of Avena fatua, Avena sterilis or Lolium temulentum in a sample of the prescribed weight shall not be regarded as an impurity where a second sample of the same weight is free from any seeds of these species.	(b)The presence of one seed of Avena fatua, Avena sterilis or Lolium temulentum in a sample of the prescribed weight shall not be regarded as an impurity where a second sample of the same weight is free from any seeds of these species.
(c) In the case of varieties of Hordeum vulgare which are officially classified as of the “naked barley” type and in the case of varieties of Avena nuda which are officially classified as of the “naked oat” type, the minimum germination standard is 75%. In such cases the official label shall be endorsed ‘minimum germination capacity 75%’.	(c) In the case of varieties of Hordeum vulgare which are officially classified as of the “naked barley” type and in the case of varieties of Avena nuda which are officially classified as of the “naked oat” type, the minimum germination standard is 75%. In such cases the official label shall be endorsed ‘minimum germination capacity 75%’.	(c) In the case of varieties of Hordeum vulgare which are officially classified as of the “naked barley” type and in the case of varieties of Avena nuda which are officially classified as of the “naked oat” type, the minimum germination standard is 75%. In such cases the official label shall be endorsed ‘minimum germination capacity 75%’.	(c) In the case of varieties of Hordeum vulgare which are officially classified as of the “naked barley” type and in the case of varieties of Avena nuda which are officially classified as of the “naked oat” type, the minimum germination standard is 75%. In such cases the official label shall be endorsed ‘minimum germination capacity 75%’.	(c) In the case of varieties of Hordeum vulgare which are officially classified as of the “naked barley” type and in the case of varieties of Avena nuda which are officially classified as of the “naked oat” type, the minimum germination standard is 75%. In such cases the official label shall be endorsed ‘minimum germination capacity 75%’.	(c) In the case of varieties of Hordeum vulgare which are officially classified as of the “naked barley” type and in the case of varieties of Avena nuda which are officially classified as of the “naked oat” type, the minimum germination standard is 75%. In such cases the official label shall be endorsed ‘minimum germination capacity 75%’.	(c) In the case of varieties of Hordeum vulgare which are officially classified as of the “naked barley” type and in the case of varieties of Avena nuda which are officially classified as of the “naked oat” type, the minimum germination standard is 75%. In such cases the official label shall be endorsed ‘minimum germination capacity 75%’.	(c) In the case of varieties of Hordeum vulgare which are officially classified as of the “naked barley” type and in the case of varieties of Avena nuda which are officially classified as of the “naked oat” type, the minimum germination standard is 75%. In such cases the official label shall be endorsed ‘minimum germination capacity 75%’.	(c) In the case of varieties of Hordeum vulgare which are officially classified as of the “naked barley” type and in the case of varieties of Avena nuda which are officially classified as of the “naked oat” type, the minimum germination standard is 75%. In such cases the official label shall be endorsed ‘minimum germination capacity 75%’.	(c) In the case of varieties of Hordeum vulgare which are officially classified as of the “naked barley” type and in the case of varieties of Avena nuda which are officially classified as of the “naked oat” type, the minimum germination standard is 75%. In such cases the official label shall be endorsed ‘minimum germination capacity 75%’.	(c) In the case of varieties of Hordeum vulgare which are officially classified as of the “naked barley” type and in the case of varieties of Avena nuda which are officially classified as of the “naked oat” type, the minimum germination standard is 75%. In such cases the official label shall be endorsed ‘minimum germination capacity 75%’.	(c) In the case of varieties of Hordeum vulgare which are officially classified as of the “naked barley” type and in the case of varieties of Avena nuda which are officially classified as of the “naked oat” type, the minimum germination standard is 75%. In such cases the official label shall be endorsed ‘minimum germination capacity 75%’.	(c) In the case of varieties of Hordeum vulgare which are officially classified as of the “naked barley” type and in the case of varieties of Avena nuda which are officially classified as of the “naked oat” type, the minimum germination standard is 75%. In such cases the official label shall be endorsed ‘minimum germination capacity 75%’.	(c) In the case of varieties of Hordeum vulgare which are officially classified as of the “naked barley” type and in the case of varieties of Avena nuda which are officially classified as of the “naked oat” type, the minimum germination standard is 75%. In such cases the official label shall be endorsed ‘minimum germination capacity 75%’.	(c) In the case of varieties of Hordeum vulgare which are officially classified as of the “naked barley” type and in the case of varieties of Avena nuda which are officially classified as of the “naked oat” type, the minimum germination standard is 75%. In such cases the official label shall be endorsed ‘minimum germination capacity 75%’.	(c) In the case of varieties of Hordeum vulgare which are officially classified as of the “naked barley” type and in the case of varieties of Avena nuda which are officially classified as of the “naked oat” type, the minimum germination standard is 75%. In such cases the official label shall be endorsed ‘minimum germination capacity 75%’.	(c) In the case of varieties of Hordeum vulgare which are officially classified as of the “naked barley” type and in the case of varieties of Avena nuda which are officially classified as of the “naked oat” type, the minimum germination standard is 75%. In such cases the official label shall be endorsed ‘minimum germination capacity 75%’.
(d)In HVS Basic Seed the nil standard shall apply in respect of Agrostemma githago and Raphanus raphanistrum.	(d)In HVS Basic Seed the nil standard shall apply in respect of Agrostemma githago and Raphanus raphanistrum.	(d)In HVS Basic Seed the nil standard shall apply in respect of Agrostemma githago and Raphanus raphanistrum.	(d)In HVS Basic Seed the nil standard shall apply in respect of Agrostemma githago and Raphanus raphanistrum.	(d)In HVS Basic Seed the nil standard shall apply in respect of Agrostemma githago and Raphanus raphanistrum.	(d)In HVS Basic Seed the nil standard shall apply in respect of Agrostemma githago and Raphanus raphanistrum.	(d)In HVS Basic Seed the nil standard shall apply in respect of Agrostemma githago and Raphanus raphanistrum.	(d)In HVS Basic Seed the nil standard shall apply in respect of Agrostemma githago and Raphanus raphanistrum.	(d)In HVS Basic Seed the nil standard shall apply in respect of Agrostemma githago and Raphanus raphanistrum.	(d)In HVS Basic Seed the nil standard shall apply in respect of Agrostemma githago and Raphanus raphanistrum.	(d)In HVS Basic Seed the nil standard shall apply in respect of Agrostemma githago and Raphanus raphanistrum.	(d)In HVS Basic Seed the nil standard shall apply in respect of Agrostemma githago and Raphanus raphanistrum.	(d)In HVS Basic Seed the nil standard shall apply in respect of Agrostemma githago and Raphanus raphanistrum.	(d)In HVS Basic Seed the nil standard shall apply in respect of Agrostemma githago and Raphanus raphanistrum.	(d)In HVS Basic Seed the nil standard shall apply in respect of Agrostemma githago and Raphanus raphanistrum.	(d)In HVS Basic Seed the nil standard shall apply in respect of Agrostemma githago and Raphanus raphanistrum.	(d)In HVS Basic Seed the nil standard shall apply in respect of Agrostemma githago and Raphanus raphanistrum.
(e)For hybrids of rye. The presence of five ergots or fragments of ergot in a sample of seed of a hybrid of rye of the prescribed weight shall be deemed to be in conformity with required sample purity standards, where a second sample of the same weight contains not more than four ergots or fragments of ergot.	(e)For hybrids of rye. The presence of five ergots or fragments of ergot in a sample of seed of a hybrid of rye of the prescribed weight shall be deemed to be in conformity with required sample purity standards, where a second sample of the same weight contains not more than four ergots or fragments of ergot.	(e)For hybrids of rye. The presence of five ergots or fragments of ergot in a sample of seed of a hybrid of rye of the prescribed weight shall be deemed to be in conformity with required sample purity standards, where a second sample of the same weight contains not more than four ergots or fragments of ergot.	(e)For hybrids of rye. The presence of five ergots or fragments of ergot in a sample of seed of a hybrid of rye of the prescribed weight shall be deemed to be in conformity with required sample purity standards, where a second sample of the same weight contains not more than four ergots or fragments of ergot.	(e)For hybrids of rye. The presence of five ergots or fragments of ergot in a sample of seed of a hybrid of rye of the prescribed weight shall be deemed to be in conformity with required sample purity standards, where a second sample of the same weight contains not more than four ergots or fragments of ergot.	(e)For hybrids of rye. The presence of five ergots or fragments of ergot in a sample of seed of a hybrid of rye of the prescribed weight shall be deemed to be in conformity with required sample purity standards, where a second sample of the same weight contains not more than four ergots or fragments of ergot.	(e)For hybrids of rye. The presence of five ergots or fragments of ergot in a sample of seed of a hybrid of rye of the prescribed weight shall be deemed to be in conformity with required sample purity standards, where a second sample of the same weight contains not more than four ergots or fragments of ergot.	(e)For hybrids of rye. The presence of five ergots or fragments of ergot in a sample of seed of a hybrid of rye of the prescribed weight shall be deemed to be in conformity with required sample purity standards, where a second sample of the same weight contains not more than four ergots or fragments of ergot.	(e)For hybrids of rye. The presence of five ergots or fragments of ergot in a sample of seed of a hybrid of rye of the prescribed weight shall be deemed to be in conformity with required sample purity standards, where a second sample of the same weight contains not more than four ergots or fragments of ergot.	(e)For hybrids of rye. The presence of five ergots or fragments of ergot in a sample of seed of a hybrid of rye of the prescribed weight shall be deemed to be in conformity with required sample purity standards, where a second sample of the same weight contains not more than four ergots or fragments of ergot.	(e)For hybrids of rye. The presence of five ergots or fragments of ergot in a sample of seed of a hybrid of rye of the prescribed weight shall be deemed to be in conformity with required sample purity standards, where a second sample of the same weight contains not more than four ergots or fragments of ergot.	(e)For hybrids of rye. The presence of five ergots or fragments of ergot in a sample of seed of a hybrid of rye of the prescribed weight shall be deemed to be in conformity with required sample purity standards, where a second sample of the same weight contains not more than four ergots or fragments of ergot.	(e)For hybrids of rye. The presence of five ergots or fragments of ergot in a sample of seed of a hybrid of rye of the prescribed weight shall be deemed to be in conformity with required sample purity standards, where a second sample of the same weight contains not more than four ergots or fragments of ergot.	(e)For hybrids of rye. The presence of five ergots or fragments of ergot in a sample of seed of a hybrid of rye of the prescribed weight shall be deemed to be in conformity with required sample purity standards, where a second sample of the same weight contains not more than four ergots or fragments of ergot.	(e)For hybrids of rye. The presence of five ergots or fragments of ergot in a sample of seed of a hybrid of rye of the prescribed weight shall be deemed to be in conformity with required sample purity standards, where a second sample of the same weight contains not more than four ergots or fragments of ergot.	(e)For hybrids of rye. The presence of five ergots or fragments of ergot in a sample of seed of a hybrid of rye of the prescribed weight shall be deemed to be in conformity with required sample purity standards, where a second sample of the same weight contains not more than four ergots or fragments of ergot.	(e)For hybrids of rye. The presence of five ergots or fragments of ergot in a sample of seed of a hybrid of rye of the prescribed weight shall be deemed to be in conformity with required sample purity standards, where a second sample of the same weight contains not more than four ergots or fragments of ergot.
(f)In minimum standard seed, the standards shall apply in respect of Agrostemma githago and Raphanus raphanistrum only.	(f)In minimum standard seed, the standards shall apply in respect of Agrostemma githago and Raphanus raphanistrum only.	(f)In minimum standard seed, the standards shall apply in respect of Agrostemma githago and Raphanus raphanistrum only.	(f)In minimum standard seed, the standards shall apply in respect of Agrostemma githago and Raphanus raphanistrum only.	(f)In minimum standard seed, the standards shall apply in respect of Agrostemma githago and Raphanus raphanistrum only.	(f)In minimum standard seed, the standards shall apply in respect of Agrostemma githago and Raphanus raphanistrum only.	(f)In minimum standard seed, the standards shall apply in respect of Agrostemma githago and Raphanus raphanistrum only.	(f)In minimum standard seed, the standards shall apply in respect of Agrostemma githago and Raphanus raphanistrum only.	(f)In minimum standard seed, the standards shall apply in respect of Agrostemma githago and Raphanus raphanistrum only.	(f)In minimum standard seed, the standards shall apply in respect of Agrostemma githago and Raphanus raphanistrum only.	(f)In minimum standard seed, the standards shall apply in respect of Agrostemma githago and Raphanus raphanistrum only.	(f)In minimum standard seed, the standards shall apply in respect of Agrostemma githago and Raphanus raphanistrum only.	(f)In minimum standard seed, the standards shall apply in respect of Agrostemma githago and Raphanus raphanistrum only.	(f)In minimum standard seed, the standards shall apply in respect of Agrostemma githago and Raphanus raphanistrum only.	(f)In minimum standard seed, the standards shall apply in respect of Agrostemma githago and Raphanus raphanistrum only.	(f)In minimum standard seed, the standards shall apply in respect of Agrostemma githago and Raphanus raphanistrum only.	(f)In minimum standard seed, the standards shall apply in respect of Agrostemma githago and Raphanus raphanistrum only.
Avena sativa, Hordeum vulgare
Triticum aestivum, T. durum, T. spelta:
– basic seed	85	85	99	99	4	1	1 [^f01000]	0	3	1	0[^f01001]	0	1 [^f01005]	0 [^f01003]	1	0
– certified seed	85[^f01002]	n/a	98	n/a	10	n/a	7	n/a	7	n/a	0[^f01001]	n/a	3 [^f01005]	n/a	3	n/a
– certified seed of the First generation	85 [^f01002]	85 [^f01002]	98	99	10	2	7	1	7	1	0[^f01001]	0	3 [^f01005]	1	3	1
– certified seed of the Second generation	85 [^f01002]	85 [^f01002]	98	99	10	4	7	3	7	2	0[^f01001]	0	3 [^f01005]	1	3	1
Avena nuda
-basic seed	75	75	99	99	4	1	1(a)	0	3	1	0(b)	0	1(f)	0	1	0
-certified seed	75(c)	n/a	98	n/a	10	n/a	7	n/a	7	n/a	0(b)	n/a	3(f)	n/a	3	n/a
-certified seed of the first generation	75(c)	75(c)	98	99	10	2	7	1	7	1	0(b)	0	3(f)	1	3	1
-certified seed of the second generation	75(c)	75(c)	98	99	10	4	7	3	7	2	0(b)	0	3(f)	1	3	1
Secale cereale
– basic seed	85	n/a	98	n/a	4	n/a	1 [^f01000]	n/a	3	n/a	0 [^f01001]	n/a	1 [^f01005]	n/a	1	n/a
– certified seed	85	n/a	98	n/a	10	n/a	7	n/a	7	n/a	0 [^f01001]	n/a	3 [^f01005]	n/a	3 (4[^f01004])	n/a
xTriticosecale
– basic seed	80	n/a	98	n/a	4	n/a	1 [^f01000]	n/a	3	n/a	0 [^f01001]	n/a	1 [^f01005]	n/a	1	n/a
– certified seed	80	n/a	98	n/a	10	n/a	7	n/a	7	n/a	0 [^f01001]	n/a	3 [^f01005]	n/a	3	n/a
– certified seed of the First generation	80	n/a	98	n/a	10	n/a	7	n/a	7	n/a	0 [^f01001]	n/a	3 [^f01005]	n/a	3	n/a
– certified seed of the Second generation	80	n/a	98	n/a	10	n/a	7	n/a	7	n/a	0 [^f01001]	n/a	3 [^f01005]	n/a	3	n/a
Zea mays
– All categories	90	n/a	98	n/a	0	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a

• (2) Subject to sub paragraphs (3) and (4) it shall be determined, by way of a germination test, whether the seed attains the percentage of germination for the relevant level specified in columns 2 and 3 of the table set out in sub paragraph (1) for the appropriate category of seed.

• (3) Sub paragraph (2) shall not apply to seed that has been subjected to a tetrazolium test carried out by the Scottish Ministers or a licensed seed testing station to establish the viability of the seed unless the result of the test casts doubt on whether it will satisfy the applicable germination standard set out in column 2 of the table set out in sub paragraph (1).

• (4) Where a tetrazolium test is carried out on seed which does not comply with the Scottish Ministers' requirements for eligibility for tetrazolium testing or where the results of a tetrazolium test do not meet the standards set out in the Scottish Ministers' requirements in respect of such tests, the test will cast doubt on whether the seed will satisfy the applicable germination standards set out in column 2 or 3 of the table set out in sub-paragraph (1).

Harmful organisms in the seed

17

• (1) The seed must be practically free from any pests which reduce the usefulness and quality of the seed.

• (2) The seed must also comply with the requirements concerning GB quarantine pests, PFA quarantine pests and RNQPs provided for in implementing acts adopted pursuant to the EU Plant Health Regulation, as well as the measures adopted pursuant to Article 30(1) of that Regulation.

Standards for loose smut infection

18

In any sample of seed the maximum percentage by number of loose smut infection shall be as follows–

Column 1	Column 2	Column 3
Category (Barley, durum wheat, spelt wheat and wheat)	Level (where appropriate)	Maximum percentage by number of loose smut infection
aBasic Seed	HVS	0.1%
	Minimum	0.5%
bCertified Seed	–	0.5%
cCertified Seed of the First Generation	HVS	0.2%
	Minimum	0.5%
dCertified Seed of the Second Generation	HVS	0.2%
	Minimum	0.5%

Moisture content

19

• (1) The maximum moisture content of the seed shall not exceed 17% by weight.

• (2) The results of any moisture testing which is not carried out in accordance with the requirements of the Scottish Ministers shall be disregarded.

• (3) The minimum weight of the sample to be submitted for moisture content testing shall be the minimum weight of a sample specified in column 5 of the table in paragraph 26 of Part II of Schedule 5 and this sample shall be submitted for testing in addition to the submitted sample and in an airtight moisture proof container.

PART III — OFFICIAL EXAMINATIONS USED TO ASCERTAIN WHETHER A CROP OR SEED LOT MEETS THE CONDITIONS RELATING TO BASIC SEED, CERTIFIED SEED, CERTIFIED SEED OF THE FIRST GENERATION AND CERTIFIED SEED OF THE SECOND GENERATION

Methods for official examinations

20

All official examinations used to ascertain whether crops or seed lots meet the standards specified in this Schedule shall be carried out in accordance with current international methods insofar as such methods exist.

SCHEDULE 5

PART I — SAMPLING OF SEED LOTS

Definitions

1

In this Part of this Schedule–

• “composite sample” means a single sample comprising all of the primary samples taken from a seed lot during a single sampling exercise to produce a submitted sample¹² for the seed lot; and

• “primary sample” means a sample taken from a seed lot in accordance with paragraphs 13 to 19 of this Part of this Schedule.

Obtaining a submitted sample

2

A submitted sample shall be obtained from the seed lot by taking primary samples systematically or at random from different positions in the seed lot and combining them to form a composite sample. Where the composite sample is a submitted sample, it may be submitted for an official examination intact or it may be reduced in weight by using one of the instruments referred to in paragraph 19 of this Part of this Schedule in accordance, where appropriate, with the relevant procedures specified in paragraphs 20 to 23 of this Part of this Schedule to give a smaller submitted sample.

Primary sample size

3

At each position of sampling of a seed lot, primary samples of approximately equal size shall be taken.

Condition of the seed lot

4

The seed lot to be sampled shall be a homogeneous seed lot¹³.

Seed lot containers

5

If a seed lot is presented for sampling in more than one container, the containers shall be of the same size and type and contain approximately the same weight of seed.

Sampling from sacks – minimum number of containers to be sampled

6

When the seed lot is in sacks or similar sized containers each containing at least 15 kilograms of seed and not more than 100 kilograms of seed, the minimum number of containers to be sampled shall be in accordance with the following table–

Number of containers in which the seed lot is contained	Minimum number of containers to be sampled
1–4	3 primary samples from each container
5–8	2 primary samples from each container
9–15	1 primary sample from each container
16–30	A total of 15 primary samples with each sample being taken from a different container
31–59	A total of 20 primary samples with each sample being taken from a different container
60 or more	A total of 30 primary samples with each sample being taken from a different container

Sampling from sacks or similar containers

7

The containers to be sampled shall be selected systematically or at random and primary samples shall be drawn from the top, middle and bottom of containers; and if more than one primary sample is taken from any container then the position from which the seed is taken shall be varied from primary sample to primary sample and from container to container.

Sampling from small containers – general

8

For sampling seed lots in containers holding less than 15 kilograms of seed, a 100 kilogram weight of seed shall be taken as the basic unit and the small containers shall be combined to form sampling units not exceeding this weight (for example 9 packages of 10 kilograms, 20 packages of 5 kilograms) and for sampling purposes each unit shall be regarded as one container and the sampling procedures prescribed in paragraphs 6 and 7 of this Part of this Schedule shall be used.

Sampling from small containers – moisture proof containers

9

When seed is in moisture-proof containers the opened or pierced containers shall be adequately closed or the residues from sampling transferred to new containers.

Sampling from small containers – primary samples

10

When seed is in packets of 100 grams or less each packet may be considered as a primary sample and sufficient packets shall be taken at random to obtain a submitted sample.

Sampling from large containers

11

For the sampling of containers holding at least 100 kilograms of seed, primary samples shall be taken from different horizontal and vertical positions selected at random and the minimum number of primary samples to be taken shall be in accordance with the following table–

Seed lot weight (kilograms)	Number of primary samples to be taken
Up to 500	At least 5
501–3,000	1 for each 300 kilograms but no fewer than 5
3,001–20,000	1 for each 500 kilograms but no fewer than 10
20,001 and above	1 for each 700 kilograms but no fewer than 40

Sampling of seed lots intended to be Excepted Seed Marketed in Bulk

12

Random sampling of seed lots of seed which is intended to be Excepted Seed Marketed in Bulk shall be carried out in accordance with the requirements of this Schedule during the filling of the container used by the final consumer and into which the seed is placed.

Sampling from a seed stream

13

Primary samples may be drawn from a seed stream during processing using an automatic sampling device, which shall uniformly sample the entire cross-section of the seed stream when a sample is taken. Primary samples of seed shall be taken at regular intervals throughout the processing of the seed lot using the same sampling intensity as specified in paragraph 11 of this Part of this Schedule.

Sampling instruments – general

14

Sampling instruments shall be capable of sampling all parts of the seed lot.

Sampling instruments – instruments and methods

15

Subject to paragraph 16 of this Part of this Schedule, one of the instruments described in paragraph 17 of this Part of this Schedule shall be used, as appropriate to the location of the seed, to draw primary samples in accordance with the relevant methods described in paragraphs 18 and 19 of this Part of this Schedule.

Sampling instruments – power to allow other instruments and methods

16

Where it is not practicable to use any of the instruments described in paragraph 17 of this Part of this Schedule in accordance with the relevant methods described in paragraphs 18 and 19 of this Part of this Schedule, another instrument or method may be used with the written approval of the Scottish Ministers.

Sampling instruments – instruments for drawing primary samples

17

The instruments referred to in paragraph 15 of this Part of this Schedule, to be used for drawing primary samples are as follows:–

Dynamic spear sampleraused, in accordance with the methods described in paragraph 19(a) of this Part of this Schedule, for sampling seed lots in sacks or small containers. It shall be a hollow, cylindrical, solid-pointed metal spear or trier which shall be long enough to reach beyond the middle of the sack from the side and shall have an aperture so positioned that portions of seed of equal volume are removed from each part of the sack through which it travels. In sampling seed lots of the species specified in column 1 of the following table a dynamic spear sampler shall have a point length (a), shoulder length (b), boss length (c), aperture length (d), aperture width (e), bore width (f) and outside diameter (g) as shown in the diagrams below of dimensions no smaller than those specified in the corresponding entries in the table:–Minimum dimensions in millimetresSpecies of Seed for which dynamic spear sampler can be usedPoint lengthShoulder lengthBoss lengthAperture LengthAperture WidthBore widthOutside Diameter(a)(b)(c)(d)(e)(f)(g)12345678All species other than maize85121033111315Maize82121340151719[image omitted]

Stick samplersaA stick sampler of one of the types described in sub paragraphs (i) and (ii) may, subject to sub paragraphs (i) and (ii), be used if it has an aperture or apertures of sufficient size to allow the unrestricted entry of seed and other particles and is capable of being opened and closed during the sampling procedure as appropriate to the method of use described in paragraph 19(b) of this Part of this Schedule.iSingle chamber typeSubject to paragraph 14 of this Part of this Schedule, a single chamber type stick sampler may be used to sample seed lots in open sacks or in large containers. In sampling seed lots in open sacks or in large containers, as specified in column 1 of the following table, a single chamber type stick sampler shall have a point length (a), shoulder length (b), sliding sleeve length (c), aperture length (d), aperture width (e) and bore width (f), as shown in the diagrams below, of the dimensions specified in the corresponding entries in the table, or such other dimensions as the Scottish Ministers may approve in writing–Dimensions in millimetresType of ContainerPoint lengthShoulder lengthSliding sleeve lengthAperture lengthAperture widthBore width(a)(b)(c)(d)(e)(f)1234567Seed lots in sacks552575502225Seed lots in large containers10039063502230[image omitted]iiMulti-chamber typeSubject to paragraph 14 of this Part of this Schedule, a multi chamber type stick sampler may be used to sample seed lots in sacks or any other containers. The apertures shall open into chambers which shall be separated from one another by transverse partitions. The multi chamber type stick sampler shall have a point length (a), shoulder length (b), aperture length (c), aperture width (d), aperture separation distance (e) and bore width (f), as shown in the diagram below, of the dimensions specified in the following table or such other dimensions as the Scottish Ministers may approve in writing:–Dimensions in millimetresPoint lengthShoulder lengthAperture lengthAperture widthAperture separation distanceBore width(a)(b)(c)(d)(e)(f)60501001511025[image omitted]

Cargo sampleraSubject to paragraph 14 of this Part of this Schedule, a cargo sampler may be used, in accordance with the method described in paragraph 19(c) of this Part of this Schedule, to sample seed lots in large containers and shall only be used in the vertical position.

Seed stream samplerbSubject to paragraph 14 of this Part of this Schedule, a seed stream sampler may be used if it has been approved in writing by the Scottish Ministers and if it uniformly samples the cross section of the seed stream without any loss of the seed and any other particles which enter the seed stream sampler, in accordance with the method described in paragraph 19(d) of this Part of this Schedule. Timing devices shall be attached so that the frequency and duration of sampling can be adjusted to meet the requirements of paragraph 13 of this Part of this Schedule.

Methods of use of dynamic spear samplers, stick samplers, cargo samplers and seed stream samplers – general

18

All instruments shall be clean before use.

Methods of use of dynamic spear samplers, stick samplers, cargo samplers and seed stream samplers – specific

19

The methods of using the instruments described in paragraph 17 shall be as follows:–

Dynamic spear samplersaDynamic spear samplers may be used in one of two ways depending on their length–iMethod 1In the case of a dynamic spear sampler in which the aperture reaches only to the centre of the sack or small container–aathe instrument shall be inserted into the sack in an upward direction at an angle of approximately 30º to the horizontal with its aperture downwards until the aperture reaches the centre of the sack or container;bbthe instrument shall be lightly tapped to remove any seed taken in and then rotated to bring the aperture uppermost;ccthe instrument shall be withdrawn immediately with a vibratory or oscillatory motion and at a decreasing speed so that the quantity of seed and any other particles obtained from successive locations increases progressively from the centre to the side of the sack; andddseed and any other particles passing through the instrument shall be collected in a clean container.iiMethod 2In the case of a dynamic spear sampler in which the aperture reaches to the far side of a sack or small container–aathe instrument shall be inserted in the manner described in sub paragraph (i)(aa) until its aperture reaches almost to the far side of the sack or container;bbthe instrument shall be tapped and rotated in the manner described in sub paragraph (i)(bb) and then withdrawn at a uniform speed; andccthe seed and any other particles passing through the instrument shall be collected in a clean container.

Stick samplersbThe method of using a single chamber type stick sampler and the method of using a multi chamber type stick sampler are as follows:–iSingle chamber type stick samplerIn the case of a single chamber type stick sampler–aathe sleeve shall move freely;bbthe instrument shall be inserted vertically downwards until the aperture reaches the appropriate primary sampling position ensuring that the sleeve covers the aperture as it enters the seed lot;ccthe instrument shall be withdrawn sufficiently to uncover the aperture;ddthe instrument shall be left in position until the primary sample has been collected; andeethe instrument shall be withdrawn and the contents emptied into a clean container.iiMulti-chamber type stick samplerIn the case of a multi chamber type stick sampler–aathe apertures shall be closed before insertion;bbthe instrument shall be inserted diagonally into sacks or vertically into large containers so that all apertures are fully covered;ccthe apertures shall be opened;ddthe instrument shall be agitated so that seed and any other particles enter the chambers;eethe apertures shall be closed gently to ensure that trapped seed and any other particles are not broken or damaged;ffthe instrument shall be withdrawn and if the chambers are full the contents shall be emptied onto a clean surface or into a clean container; andggif all the chambers are not full, the contents shall be discarded and the procedures specified in sub-paragraphs (ii)(aa) to (ff) shall be repeated.

Cargo samplerscIn the case of a cargo sampler–ithe lid shall open and close easily;iithe instrument shall be inserted with the lid closed to the appropriate primary sampling position which shall be at least 300 millimetres below the surface of the seed lot;iiithe handle shall be raised sufficiently to open the lid;ivthe instrument shall be left in position until the primary sample has been collected;vthe instrument shall be withdrawn and the contents shall be emptied into a clean container; andviif all the chambers are not full, the contents shall be discarded and the procedures specified in sub paragraphs (c)(i) to (v) shall be repeated.

Seed stream samplersdIn the case of a seed stream sampler, the instrument shall take the number of primary samples necessary for the weight of seed lot being sampled, the primary samples being taken from the seed lot at regular intervals and the resultant composite sample being of a weight not less than the minimum weight prescribed in paragraph 26 of Part II of this Schedule and not greater than can conveniently be reduced by means of one of the methods of sample reduction specified in paragraphs 22 to 23. They shall be installed in such a way that the composite sample can be readily identified with the seed lot from which it was taken.

Obtaining a sample for moisture tests

20

• (1) Samples of seed for moisture tests shall be drawn in such a way as to minimise exposure to the atmosphere.

• (2) Samples so collected for moisture testing shall be submitted intact to the licensed seed testing station or the Scottish Ministers in an airtight container.

• (3) Where the sample seed for moisture testing is submitted for testing in a different container from the submitted sample then the sample of seed for moisture testing shall be obtained as follows–

• (a) the composite sample from the relevant seed lot shall be passed through a riffle divider which complies with paragraph 21(a) in accordance with paragraph 22(a) to (e); and

• (b) a clean and dry airtight container shall be passed through the seed in one of the two pans into which the seed was passed until the airtight container is filled with a sample of at least 100 grams.

• (4) Where the sample of seed for moisture testing is collected and submitted for testing in the same airtight container as the submitted sample, then the methods of sampling set out in this Part of this Schedule for obtaining the submitted sample shall also be used to obtain the sample submitted for moisture testing.

Obtaining a submitted sample – composite sample division instruments

21

Where the composite sample exceeds the minimum weight prescribed for a sample in paragraph 26 of Part II of this Schedule, any of the following instruments may be used to reduce the weight of the sample–

Riffle divideraithe riffle divider shall consist of a rectangular hopper leading to a series of evenly spaced chutes, arranged so that seed is distributed equally on two sides;iithere shall be a minimum of 18 chutes, each discharging in the opposite direction to its immediate neighbour; andiiithree (or more) metal collecting vessels (pans) of sufficient depth to prevent seed bouncing out shall be used;

Centrifugal dividerbithe centrifugal divider shall consist of a hopper from which seed flows on to a shallow cup which is then rotated by an electric motor; andiithe seed shall be distributed by centrifugal force onto a stationary baffle which divides it into two equal parts which are then discharged through separate spouts. Four metal collecting vessels (pans) of sufficient depth to prevent seed bouncing out shall be used; or

Other instrumentscother instruments and methods may be used with the written approval of the Scottish Ministers.

Method of use of riffle divider

22

The method of using a riffle divider shall be as follows–

• (a) the riffle divider shall be placed on a firm level surface;

• (b) the riffle divider and pans shall be clean;

Sample mixingcan empty pan shall be placed on each side of the riffle divider to receive the discharge from the chutes;

• (d) the entire composite sample shall be poured evenly into the other pan(s);

• (e) the seed shall then be poured from the pan(s) evenly along the entire length of the hopper;

• (f) the two pans into which the seed has passed shall then be replaced with empty pans;

• (g) the procedures specified in sub paragraphs (e) and (f) shall then be repeated twice to mix the sample thoroughly;

Sample reductionhbefore reduction, the composite sample shall have been thoroughly mixed using the procedures specified in sub paragraphs (c) to (g). The contents of one of the two receiving pans shall then be set aside. If the seed and any other particles in the second pan is of at least the minimum weight prescribed in paragraph 26 of Part II of this Schedule for a sample, it may be used as a submitted sample. If the weight of seed in the second pan is greater than the minimum weight prescribed in paragraph 26 of Part II of this Schedule for a sample, it may be reduced using the procedures specified in sub paragraphs (i) to (k);

• (i) an empty pan shall be placed on each side of the divider to receive the discharge from the chutes;

• (j) the contents of the second pan shall be poured evenly along the entire length of the hopper;

• (k) the contents of one of the two pans into which the seed and other particles have passed shall then be set aside. If the weight of seed and other particles in the other pan is still greater than the minimum weight prescribed in paragraph 26 of Part II of this Schedule for a sample, it may be used as a submitted sample intact or it may be reduced further using the procedures specified in sub paragraphs (i) to (k);

• (l) if the weight of seed and other particles in either of the two pans set aside in the procedures specified either in sub-paragraph (h) or sub paragraph (k) is less than the minimum weight prescribed in paragraph 26 of Part II of this Schedule for a sample, the procedures specified in sub paragraphs (m) to (q) shall be used;

• (m) an empty pan shall be placed on each side of the divider to receive the discharge from the chutes;

• (n) the contents of one of the pans shall be set aside. The contents of the other pan shall be poured evenly along the entire length of the hopper;

• (o) one receiving pan and its contents shall then be removed and replaced with an empty pan. The other pan, with its contents, shall be left in place;

• (p) the contents of the pan removed during the procedure specified in sub paragraph (o) shall be poured evenly along the entire length of the hopper so that two sub-samples of different weights shall be produced;

• (q) the procedures specified in sub paragraphs (o) and (p), when repeated, constitute the process of continuous halving, and shall be repeated using whichever sub-sample is appropriate until sufficient seed and any other particles is obtained in one pan, which, when added to the seed and any other particles set aside during the procedure specified in sub paragraph (n), produces a submitted sample;

Obtaining more than one submitted samplerwhen two submitted samples are required from one composite sample, one composite sample of at least twice the minimum weight prescribed in paragraph 26 of Part II of this Schedule for a sample shall be obtained using the procedures specified in sub paragraphs (c) to (g) and (h) to (q), as appropriate. The composite sample shall then be divided into two parts by passing it once through the riffle divider; and

• (s) when three submitted samples are required from one composite sample, one composite sample of at least three times the minimum weight prescribed in paragraph 26 of Part II of this Schedule for a sample shall be obtained using the procedures specified in sub-paragraphs (c) to (g) and (h) to (q) as appropriate. A submitted sample shall then be extracted using the procedures specified in sub paragraphs (c) to (g) and (h) to (q), as appropriate. All portions of seed which have been set aside shall then be recombined and two submitted samples shall be obtained from this residue of the composite sample by following the procedure specified in sub paragraph (r).

Method of use of a centrifugal divider

23

The method of using a centrifugal divider shall be as follows–

• (a) the centrifugal divider shall be levelled prior to use;

• (b) the centrifugal divider and pans shall be clean;

Sample mixingcan empty pan shall be placed under each spout of the centrifugal divider;

• (d) the entire composite sample shall be poured into the centre of the hopper;

• (e) the motor shall be operated so that the seed and any other particles in the sample pass into the pans;

• (f) the motor shall be switched off;

• (g) the two pans containing seed and any other particles shall be removed and replaced by empty ones;

• (h) the contents of both pans removed during the procedure specified in sub paragraph (g) shall be poured together into the centre of the hopper, the seed and any other particles being allowed to blend as they flow in. The procedures specified in sub paragraphs (e) to (g) shall be repeated;

• (i) the procedure specified in sub paragraph (h) shall be repeated twice to mix the sample thoroughly;

Sample reductionjbefore reduction, the composite sample shall have been thoroughly mixed using the procedures specified in sub paragraphs (c) to (i). The contents of one of the two receiving pans shall then be set aside. If the seed and any other particles in the second pan is of at least the minimum weight prescribed in paragraph 26 of Part II of this Schedule for a sample, it may be used as a submitted sample. If the weight of seed in the second pan is greater than the minimum weight prescribed in paragraph 26 of Part II of this Schedule for a sample, it may be reduced using the procedures specified in sub paragraphs (k) to (m);

• (k) empty pans shall be placed under the spouts;

• (l) the contents of the second pan shall be poured into the hopper and the procedures specified in sub paragraphs (e) and (f) shall be repeated;

• (m) the contents of one of the two pans into which the seed and any other particles have passed shall then be set aside. If the weight of seed and any other particles in the other pan is still greater than the minimum weight prescribed in paragraph 26 of Part II of this Schedule for a sample, the sample may be used as a submitted sample intact or it may be reduced further using the procedures specified in sub paragraphs (k) to (m);

• (n) if the weight of seed and any other particles in either of the two pans referred to either in sub paragraph (j) or (m) is less than the minimum weight prescribed in paragraph 26 of Part II of this Schedule for a sample, the procedures specified in sub paragraphs (o) to (s) shall be used;

• (o) empty pans shall be placed under the spouts;

• (p) the contents of one of the pans shall be set aside. The contents of the other pan shall be poured into the centre of the hopper and the procedures specified in sub paragraphs (e) and (f) shall be repeated;

• (q) one receiving pan and its contents shall then be removed and replaced with an empty pan. The other pan, with its contents, shall be left in place;

• (r) the contents of the pan removed during the procedure specified in sub paragraph (q) shall be poured into the centre of the hopper and the procedures specified in sub paragraphs (e) and (f) shall be repeated so that two sub-samples of different weights shall be produced;

• (s) the procedures specified in sub paragraphs (q) and (r), when repeated, constitute the process of continuous halving, and shall be repeated using whichever sub-sample is appropriate until a sufficient sample is obtained in one pan, which, when added to the seed and any other particles set aside during the procedure specified in sub paragraph (p), produces a submitted sample;

Obtaining more than one submitted sampletwhen two submitted samples are required from one composite sample, one composite sample of at least twice the minimum weight prescribed in paragraph 26 of Part II of this Schedule for a sample shall be obtained using the procedures specified in sub paragraphs (c) to (i) and (j) to (s) as appropriate. The composite sample shall then be divided into two parts by passing it once through the centrifugal divider; and

• (u) when three submitted samples are required from one composite sample, one composite sample of at least three times the minimum weight prescribed in paragraph 26 of Part II of this Schedule for a sample shall be obtained using the procedures specified in sub paragraphs (c) to (i) and (j) to (s), as appropriate. A submitted sample shall then be extracted using the procedures specified in sub paragraphs (c) to (i) and (j) to (s), as appropriate. All portions of seed which have been set aside shall then be recombined and two submitted samples shall be obtained from this residue of the composite sample by following the procedure specified in sub paragraph (t).

PART II — MAXIMUM WEIGHT OF A SEED LOT AND MINIMUM WEIGHT OF A SUBMITTED SAMPLE

Maximum weight of a seed lot

24

Subject to paragraph 25, the maximum weight of a seed lot shall be that set out in column 3 of the table in paragraph 26 in relation to the corresponding entries in columns 1 and 2 of the table.

Margin by which seed lots can exceed maximum weight

25

A seed lot may exceed the maximum weight for a seed lot set out in column 3 of the table in paragraph 26 by not more than 5%.

Maximum weight of a seed lot and minimum weight of a sample

26

• (1) The minimum weight of a sample submitted for official examination shall be that specified in column 4 of the table set out in sub paragraph (2) in relation to the corresponding entries in columns 1 and 2 of the table.

• (2) The minimum weight of a sample for moisture testing shall be that specified in column 5 of the following table:–

Column 1	Column 2	Column 3	Column 4	Column 5	Column 6
Species	Level (where applicable)	Maximum weight of a lot	Minimum weight of a sample to be drawn from a lot	Minimum weight of a sample for a moisture test	Weight of the sample for determination by number in accordance with paragraph 16 of Part II of Schedule 4
		(tonnes)	(grams)	(grams)	(grams)
Barley, durum wheat, oats, spelt wheat and wheat	Minimum	30	1,000	100	500
	HVS	30	1,000	100	1,000
Rye and triticale	–	30	1,000	100	500
Maize, Basic Seed of inbred lines	–	40	250	100	250
Maize, Basic Seed other than of inbred lines and Certified Seed	–	40	1,000	100	1,000
A mixture of seed to which regulation 8 applies which does not contain more than 50% maize	Minimum	30	–	–	–
	HVS	30	—	–	–
A mixture of seed to which regulation 8 applies which contains more than 50% maize	–	40	–	–	–

SCHEDULE 6

PART I — GENERAL

Method of referring to species of seed

1

Where the species of seed is one of the particulars to be indicated on a label, in accordance with any of the provisions of this Schedule except paragraph 6(a)(v) of Part II, paragraph 8(a)(iv) of Part III and paragraph 10(b)(i) of Part IV, the species must be indicated at least under its botanical name, which may be given in abridged form and without the authority’s name, in Roman characters.

Method of referring to varieties of seed

2

Where the variety of seed is one of the particulars to be indicated on a label, in accordance with the provisions of this Schedule, the variety must be indicated at least in Roman characters.

PART II — LABELS

Label for a package of Breeder’s Seed

3

The label for a package of Breeder’s Seed shall–

• (a) contain the following information–

• (i) name and address of the supplier responsible for affixing the labels or the supplier’s registered or licensed number;

• (ii) reference number of the seed lot;

• (iii) species;

• (iv) variety;

• (v) the words “Breeder’s Seed”;

• (vi) declared net or gross weight; and

• (vii) the words “NOT CERTIFIED”; and

• (b) be coloured buff.

Official label for a package of Pre-basic Seed

4

The official label for a package of Pre basic Seed shall–

• (a) contain the following information–

• (i) certifying authority and country or country initials;

• (ii) month and year of sealing or the month and year of the last official sampling for the purposes of certification, expressed respectively as follows:–

• (aa) by the word “Sealed” followed by the month and year of sealing; or

• (bb) by the word “Sampled” followed by the month and year of official sampling;

• (iii) reference number of the seed lot;

• (iv) species;

• (v) variety;

• (vi) the words “Pre basic Seed”;

• (vii) country of production;

• (viii) declared net or gross weight;

• (ix) where weight is indicated and granulated pesticides, pelleting substances or other solid additives are used, the nature of the additives and also the approximate ratio between the weight of seed and the total weight; and

• (x) number of generations preceding seed of the categories Certified Seed or Certified Seed of the First Generation;

• (b) be a minimum size of 110 millimetres by 67 millimetres; and

• (c) be coloured white with a diagonal violet line.

Official label for a package of Basic Seed or Seed of a Certified Generation

5

The official label for a package of Basic Seed or Seed of a Certified Generation shall–

• (a) subject to sub paragraph (b), contain the following information:–

• (i) the words “ GB rules and standards”;

• (ii) certifying authority and country or country initials;

• (iia) officially assigned serial number;

• (iii) month and year of sealing or the month and year of the last official sampling for the purposes of certification, expressed respectively as follows:–

• (aa) by the word “Sealed” followed by the month and year of sealing; or

• (bb) by the word “Sampled” followed by the month and year of official sampling;

• (iv) reference number of the seed lot;

• (v) species;

• (vi) variety;

• (vii) category;

• (viii) country of production;

• (ix) declared net or gross weight;

• (x) where weight is indicated and granulated pesticides, pelleting substances or other solid additives are used, the nature of the additive and also the approximate ratio between the weight of pure seed and the total weight;

• (xi) in the case of a variety which is a hybrid or an inbred line–

• (aa) for Basic Seed where the hybrid or inbred line to which the seed belongs has been officially accepted on to a GB Variety List or an NI Variety List, the name under which it has been officially accepted, with or without reference to the final variety, accompanied, in the case of a hybrid or inbred line which is intended solely as a component for a final hybrid variety, by the word “component”;

• (bb) for Basic Seed in other cases, the name of the component to which the Basic Seed belongs, which may be given in code form, accompanied by a reference to the final variety, with or without reference to its function (male or female), and accompanied by the word “component”; and

• (cc) for Certified Seed the name of the variety to which the seed belongs, accompanied by the word “hybrid”;

• (xii) in the case of Certified Seed of the First Generation and Certified Seed of the Second Generation of oats officially classified as being of a naked oat type, the words “minimum germination capacity of 75%”; and

• (xiii) where at least germination has been retested, the word “Retested” followed by the month and year of retesting and the service responsible for such retesting;

• (b) not contain the information referred to in sub-paragraph (a)(xiii) if that information is given on an official sticker attached to the official label;

• (c) be a minimum size of 110 millimetres by 67 millimetres; and

• (d) be coloured–

• (i) white for Basic Seed;

• (ii) blue for Certified Seed and Certified Seed of the First Generation; and

• (iii) red for Certified Seed of the Second Generation.

Official label for a package of a mixture of seeds to which regulation 8 applies

6

The official label for a package of a mixture of seeds to which regulation 8 applies shall–

• (a) subject to sub paragraph (b), contain the following information:–

• (i) the words “Mixture of” followed by the species and varieties;

• (ii) the name of the authority responsible for sealing the package and country or country initials;

• (iia) officially assigned serial number;

• (iii) month and year of sealing expressed by the word “Sealed” followed by the month and year of sealing;

• (iv) reference number of the seed lot;

• (v) species, variety, category, country of production and proportion by weight of each of the constituents which in the case of the species and of the variety, shall be indicated at least in Roman characters;

• (vi) declared net or gross weight;

• (vii) the words “Marketing permitted exclusively in the United Kingdom”;

• (viii) where weight is indicated and granulated pesticides, pelleting substances or other solid additives are used, the nature of the additive and also the approximate ratio between the weight of pure seed and the total weight; and

• (ix) where at least germination of all the constituents of the mixture has been retested, the word “Retested” followed by the month and year of retesting and the service responsible for such retesting;

• (b) not contain the information referred to in sub paragraph (a)(ix) if that information is given on an official sticker attached to the official label;

• (c) be a minimum size of 110 millimetres by 67 millimetres; and

• (d) be coloured green.

PART III — SMALL PACKAGES

Label for a small package of Pre basic Seed, Basic Seed or Seed of a Certified Generation

7

The label for a small package of Pre basic Seed, Basic Seed or Seed of a Certified Generation shall–

• (a) contain the following information–

• (i) the words “GB rules and standards”;

• (ii) name and address of the person responsible for fixing the label;

• (iii) reference number of the seed lot;

• (iv) species;

• (v) variety;

• (vi) category;

• (vii) declared net weight, except in the case of packages not exceeding 15 grams net weight; and

• (viii) in the case of Certified Seed of the First Generation or Certified Seed of the Second Generation of oats officially classified as being of a naked oat type the words “minimum germination capacity 75%”; and

• (ix) for hybrid varieties of maize, the word “hybrid”; and

• (b) be coloured–

• (i) white with a diagonal violet line for Pre basic Seed;

• (ii) white for Basic Seed;

• (iii) blue for Certified Seed and Certified Seed of the First Generation; and

• (iv) red for Certified Seed of the Second Generation.

Label for a small package of a mixture of seeds to which regulation 8 applies

8

The label for a small package of a mixture of seeds to which regulation 8 applies shall–

• (a) contain the following information:–

• (i) the words “Mixture of” followed by the species and varieties;

• (ii) name and address of the person responsible for fixing the label;

• (iii) reference number of the seed lot;

• (iv) the species and varieties indicated at least in Roman characters of the constituents of the mixture or the proprietary name of the mixture;

• (v) declared net weight, except in the case of packages not exceeding 15 grams net weight;

• (vi) the words “marketing permitted exclusively in the United Kingdom”; and

• (vii) in the case of Certified Seed of the First and Second Generations of oats officially classified as being of a naked oat variety, the words “Minimum germination capacity 75%”; and

• (b) be coloured green.

PART IV — PARTICULARS TO BE MARKED OR DISPLAYED ON THE SALE OF UNPACKETED SEED

Particulars to be marked or displayed on the sale of unpacketed seed which is not a mixture of seeds to which regulation 8 applies

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The following particulars shall be marked on, or displayed near, the container referred to in regulation 18–

• (a) the words “complies with legal standards”;

• (b) species;

• (c) variety or inbred line of maize; and

• (d) for hybrid varieties of maize, the word “hybrid”.

Particulars to be marked or displayed on the sale of unpacketed seed which is a mixture to which regulation 8 applies

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The following particulars shall be marked on, or displayed near, the container referred to in regulation 18–

• (a) the words “complies with legal standards”; and

• (b) either–

• (i) the species and variety indicated in at least Roman characters, and the proportion by weight, of the constituents of the mixture; or

• (ii) the proprietary name of the mixture.

PART V — INFORMATION IN RESPECT OF SEED IMPORTED FROM COUNTRIES OUTSIDE THE UNITED KINGDOM IN PACKAGES EXCEEDING 2 KILOGRAMS NET WEIGHT

Information to be supplied in respect of seed imported from a country outside the United Kingdom in a package exceeding 2 kilograms net weight

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The information to be supplied to the Scottish Ministers in accordance with regulation 6(5) in respect of seed imported from a country outside the United Kingdom in a package exceeding 2 kilograms of seed is as follows–

• (a) species;

• (b) variety;