Fees for seed testing, seed certification and associated seed functions: consultation

Licensed Seed Testing Stations (LSTS)

There are currently 5 Licensed Seed Testing Stations (LSTS) in Scotland. The staff undertaking the testing are all trained and examined at a UK level. Individuals can sit a number of seed divisions, which cover various agricultural and horticultural species. The OSTS check the proficiency of the individual seed analysts throughout the year using proficiency tests and check testing. A minimum of 5% of seed will be selected at random, tested by the OSTS, and the LSTS & OSTS results compared.

More details for the Seed Testing Division can be found at:

http://www.sasa.gov.uk/seed-testing-certification/official-seed-testing-station-osts