Pennsylvania Code
Title 7 - AGRICULTURE
Part V - Bureau of Plant Industry
Chapter 115 - STANDARDS FOR SEED CERTIFICATION
Subchapter S - TREES
FIELD REQUIREMENTS
Section 115.443 - Growing seed and plant material
Current through Register Vol. 54, No. 44, November 2, 2024
(a) Seed method. The following requirements apply to growing seed method material:
(b) Seedling and vegetative methods. Locations and boundaries of nursery beds or other propagating areas shall be distinct and unmistakable. If plants are to be grown in containers, the varietal or clonal name shall be firmly attached to each container or a tree in it.
(c) Seedling method. The following requirements apply solely to growing by the seedling method:
(d) Vegetative method. Containers or propagules shall be properly labeled with the clonal name at all times, and handled so as to prevent mixed identities. Tissue culture equipment shall be thoroughly cleaned before use, to prevent contamination.