Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia
Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
Chapter 40-4 - ENTOMOLOGY AND PLANT INDUSTRY
Subject 40-4-3 - PRODUCTION OF CERTIFIED VEGETABLE PLANTS
Rule 40-4-3-.14 - Greenhouse Grown Plants
Current through Rules and Regulations filed through September 23, 2024
(1) Greenhouse grown plants are defined as plants which are grown under cover in a horticultural growing medium where light, temperature, moisture, and plant nutrients may be controlled for the purpose of producing more uniform plants.
(2) Greenhouse grown plants shall be treated as required in 40-4-3-.06.
(3) First class greenhouse grown plants shall be those which are 4 1/2 - 7 1/2 inches in height, measured from crown (soil line) to terminal bud, free of insects, nematodes, and diseases, in good physical condition, and of such maturity to withstand transplanting shock as determined by the inspector in charge.
(4) Certificates will be provided in accordance with 40-4-3-11.
(5) Revocation of approval of certification shall be subject to the requirements of 40-4-3-.12.
(6) The fee shall be described by the Commissioner in a schedule entitled Fees for Vegetable Transplant Certification issued July 1 of each year.
O.C.G.A. Secs. 2-7-1et seq., 2-7-23.
