The Federal Seed Act regulates the interstate shipment of agricultural and vegetable seeds. The FSA requires that seed shipped in interstate commerce be labeled with information that allows seed buyers to make informed choices. Seed labeling information and advertisements pertaining to the seed must be truthful. The FSA helps promote uniformity among State laws and fair competition within the seed trade. Complaints Complaints involving mislabeled seed are submitted to the Branch for investigation.
Regulatory action is taken against the shipper, when the violation is confirmed.
Most complaints are submitted by State seed control officials through existing cooperative agreements. They may submitted by anyone. State inspectors routinely inspect and sample seed shipments being marketed in their States. This voluntary service is available to anyone for a fee. The test results are reported in a Federal Seed Analysis Certificate.