Seed Certification Resources
Kansas Certification Standards effective 7-29-25 (pdf)
The Kansas Certification Standards provide the requirements to be met, from planting to sale, for a crop to be considered "Certified." The standards address requirements for Bulk Distribution Centers, Bulk Retail Facilities and Seed Conditioners, as well as general and specific crop standards. NEW: This pdf has a clickable table of contents to jump directly to a section. Use the [Home] key on your keyboard to return to the top.
Kansas Certification Procedures Guidebook (pdf)
Updated February 2025, this procedure document serves to clarify the standards and how to ensure policy compliance.
Kansas Certification Steps Presentation (pdf)
Find information on basic steps, procedures, and documents of the Kansas certification program in this presentation. Originally presented in conjuction with the 2025 Kansas Certification Procedures Guidebook at the 2025 Annual meeting.
Kansas Certified Seed
Find information on what certified seed is and the basic steps to certifying seed.
Technical/Certification Aids
Find detailed information on utilizing KCIA certification forms, Plant Variety Protection (PVP), Weed Identification and other useful tools for seed production.
Forms and Manuals
Find forms and manuals available for download. *Note that not all KCIA Forms are available for download due to the fact that they contain a serial number including Request for Testing - Form D. Please contact the KCIA office in advance for these items.