Certified Seed Crop Application form

Apply to enter a crop into the certification scheme by completing and submitting a Certified Seed Crop Application form. This form can be filled out online to be printed and faxed to (08) 8303 9508.  This form should be used for all crop species (annuals or perennials) whether:

• establishing a new crop
• re-sowing an existing crop, or
• allowing an existing crop to regenerate.

Lodging this application form will ensure that your crop receives all necessary inspections for certification.

Do not use this form to apply for existing perennial crops (see 'existing perennial crops' below).

Applying for field inspection services is the responsibility of the applicant. However, during autumn each year application forms are mailed to all growers who have had any crop certified in the previous two years.

New growers

New growers (anyone who has not grown certified seed in the last five years) need to apply at least 3 weeks before sowing any crop.

Existing certified seed growers

Existing certified seed growers (who are familiar with the rules) must apply no later than 3 weeks after sowing, or within three weeks of emergence for regenerated crops.

Existing perennial crops

Growers with perennial crops will be sent an application form listing all existing crops and new season sowings eligible for a pre-harvest inspection. This will be mailed out in early October for perennial clovers and grasses, and during November for lucerne.

Some exceptions: Clare, Mt.Barker, Woogenellup, Hykon, and Jemalong

Applications for these cultivars should be made on the Certified Seed Crop Application form before 30 September.

Application for Certification of Proprietary Cultivars

Applications for certification of proprietary cultivars will only be accepted from applicants who hold a contract agreement with the cultivar owner.

Late application

Late applications will incur a late fee. Applications received after the closing date will only be accepted if inspections have not been completed in the district concerned.

Notice of withdrawal

Once a crop is entered into the Certification Scheme it is automatically scheduled for inspection. To withdraw a crop from certification advise Seed Services Australia in writing. If this advice is not received until the day of inspection a penalty fee will apply unless other crop inspections are scheduled on your property for that day.

Match the paddock to the seed crop

Refer to the individual crop standards for the crop you intend to grow. Ensure that the paddock you have in mind can meet the criteria described in the field history and isolation sections.

Consider potential weed hazards. Production areas showing evidence of prohibited weeds (in particular deep rooted perennial species), where the seeds are difficult to separate from the crop seed intended to be grown, should be excluded.

Please do not hesitate to contact the Urrbrae or Struan office for any information regarding certification services.