Private Sampler for Seeds Apply for Approval

The recognition body must additionally check at least 5 out of a hundred of the seed lots that have been tested by the private sampler and revoke the approval if this has been carried out repeatedly and inadequately.

Please contact the Rhineland-Palatinate Chamber of Agriculture -
Official Seed Recognition

The accreditation body may authorise a private sampler to assist in carrying out the sampling

If you want to work as a private sampler for seeds, you must have agricultural and botanical knowledge, which you will receive through training and successful completion of a written official examination. The decision of admission is made on the basis of suitability. In the event of suitability, an obligation will be placed on file.

In addition to the application form, the following documents are required:

• Proof of appropriate training

There is a fee of 50.00 euros according to the Provincial Ordinance on the Fees of the Agricultural Administration.

• 1.4.1.7 Provincial Ordinance on Fees of the Agricultural Administration (Special Schedule of Fees)
• § 11 Seed Ordinance (SaatV)

A written application is required.

23.03.2020