Timing and Frequency of Seed Re-Testing
- Initial re-testing to be done four months after the first seed test.
- Continuous re-testing must occur monthly thereafter until all remaining seed stocks are disposed of.
Authorized Personnel for Sampling
- Only Deputized Seed Inspectors and/or personnel from the National Seed Quality Control Services (NSQCS) are authorized to draw and submit seed samples for re-testing.
Procedures for Seed Treatment and Sampling in Case of Pest Infestation
- Seed treatments must be applied prior to sampling if insect pest infestation is detected.
- All bags of the seed lot for a particular variety must be re-processed and re-bagged before sampling.
- Sampling procedures must conform to NSQCS prescribed methods.
- A notice for re-processing must be issued by authorized personnel to the seed grower or owner.
Sampling Procedures Without Pest Infestation
- If no insect infestation is present, samples can be drawn from each seed lot for germination re-testing.
- Sampling must comply with the Administrative Order 21, series of 2007.
Seed Lot Identification
- Carry-over seed lots must retain their original lot numbers to maintain traceability.
Submission and Reporting of Re-Test Samples
- Samples must be submitted immediately to the respective NSQCS.
- Results of germination re-tests must be provided to the seed grower or owner within fifteen (15) days from receipt of the samples.
Payment and Issuance of Analysis Results
- Analysis results are released only after payment has been made.
Effectivity and Supersession
- The order takes effect fifteen (15) days after publication in the official gazette or a newspaper of general circulation.
- This order supersedes any previous orders inconsistent with its provisions.