OAR 603-056-0400
Germination of Vegetable Seeds

(1)

The Oregon Standards of germination percentages as established are as follows: Kind of Seed — Oregon Standard Germination:

(a)

Asparagus — 70;

(b)

Beans (other than Limas) — 70;

(c)

Beans, Lima (large) — 70;

(d)

Beans, Lima (small) — 80;

(e)

Beets — 65;

(f)

Broccoli — 75;

(g)

Brussels Sprouts — 70;

(h)

Cabbage — 75;

(i)

Carrot — 55;

(j)

Cauliflower — 75;

(k)

Celery — 55;

(l)

Celery cabbage — 75;

(m)

Celeriac — 55;

(n)

Chard, Swiss — 65;

(o)

Chicory — 65;

(p)

Citron — 65;

(q)

Collard — 80;

(r)

Corn (sweet) — 75;

(s)

Cucumber — 80;

(t)

Dill — 60;

(u)

Egg plant — 60;
(v)
Endive — 70;

(w)

Kale (edible) — 75;
(x)
Kohl Rabi — 75;

(y)

Leek — 60;

(z)

Lettuce — 80;

(aa)

Muskmelon — 75;

(bb)

Mustard — 75;

(cc)

Okra — 50;

(dd)

Onion — 70;

(ee)

Parsley — 60;

(ff)

Parsnip — 60;

(gg)

Peas — 80;

(hh)

Peppers — 55;
(ii)
Pumpkin — 75;

(jj)

Radish — 75;

(kk)

Rutabaga — 75;

(ll)

Salsify — 75;

(mm)

Spinach — 60;

(nn)

Squash — 75;

(oo)

Tomatoes — 75;

(pp)

Turnips — 80;

(qq)

Watermelons — 70.

(2)

Vegetable seeds and packages of such vegetable seeds may be labeled with the words “Oregon Standard Germination” in lieu of the approximate percentage of germination when the percentage of germination of such seed is equal to or greater than the percentage established in these standards.
[Publications: Publications referenced are available from the agency.]

Source: Rule 603-056-0400 — Germination of Vegetable Seeds, https://secure.­sos.­state.­or.­us/oard/view.­action?ruleNumber=603-056-0400.

603‑056‑0030
Definitions 603‑056‑0050
Seed Dealer License 603‑056‑0060
Probation, Suspension, Revocation and Re-issuance of Seed Dealer License 603‑056‑0095
Seed Dealer License Fees 603‑056‑0101
Record keeping 603‑056‑0105
Labeling of Seed Containers 603‑056‑0125
Lot Sizes 603‑056‑0130
Labeling of Sod Quality for Varieties of Agricultural Seed 603‑056‑0135
Description and Use of Tags for Sod Quality Seed 603‑056‑0140
Application, Fees, and Procedures for Sod Quality Qualification 603‑056‑0145
Standards for Sod Quality Certification 603‑056‑0160
Labeling of Endophyte Fungus Tested Grass Seed 603‑056‑0165
Application and Fees for Endophyte Fungus Testing 603‑056‑0170
Procedures and Tolerance Standard for Endophyte Fungus Testing 603‑056‑0205
Prohibited and Restricted Noxious Weed Seed 603‑056‑0210
Embargo, Seizure, Detention or Quarantine of Seed 603‑056‑0305
Regular Fees and Charges for Seed Sampling and Inspection 603‑056‑0310
Phytosanitary Certificates 603‑056‑0315
Field Inspection Fees and Charges Relating To Seed 603‑056‑0320
Miscellaneous Fees and Charges for Seed Sampling and Inspection 603‑056‑0400
Germination of Vegetable Seeds 603‑056‑0410
Germination Tests 603‑056‑0415
Conditions of Packaging 603‑056‑0431
Chemically Treated Seed 603‑056‑0500
Purpose, Scope and Effective Date 603‑056‑0510
Enforcement Procedures 603‑056‑0520
Entry of Order and Appeal Rights 603‑056‑0530
Determination of Civil Penalty Amount 603‑056‑0540
Civil Penalties
Last Updated

Jun. 8, 2021

Rule 603-056-0400’s source at or​.us