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International Seed Testing Association
International Seed Testing Association
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International Seed Testing Association

Handbook on Pure Seed Definitions, 3rd Edition, 2010

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Purity Committee

The handbook assists the seed analyst by expanding on and illustrating the pure seed definitions of Chapter 3: The Purity Analysis of the International Rules for Seed Testing. This will help in the training of analysts in purity testing according to international principles. An illustration of the most relevant genera within a pure seed definition (PSD) is given to provide practical guidance on the application of a definition. Each PSD is illustrated with scaled, colour photograph or line drawings of seed covered by the PSD to help understanding the descriptions. A comprehensive glossary of scientific terms applying to seed purity is also included. Available as an electronic, downloadable, printable PDF copy only. By the ISTA Purity Committee, Editors M.R. Manino, J. Taylor and S. Jones. ISBN: 978-3-906549-46-0

Price 199.00 CHF
Associate Member-Price 99.50 CHF
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