Question: What is the color of tag used on registered seed bags?
Options:
Blue
Purple
White
Golden yellow
Seed Tags
→ The colors for Breeder Seeds, Foundation Seeds, and Certified Seeds tags are as follows:
→ Breeder Seeds have a golden yellow tag.
→ Foundation Seeds have a white tag.
→ Registered Seeds have a purple tag.
→ Certified Seeds have a blue tag.
→ These tags are labeled with different colors as per Section 5 of the Seeds Act, 1966.
📝 Additional Information
Breeder Seeds
→ Breeder Seeds are the progeny of the nucleus seed multiplied in a large area as per the indent of the Department of Agriculture and Cooperation, Ministry of Agriculture.
Foundation Seed
→ Foundation Seed is the progeny of breeder seed produced by recognized seed-producing agencies in the public and private sectors, under the supervision of agencies to maintain seed standards.
Registered Seed
→ Registered Seed is the progeny of foundation seed, which is handled in accordance with standards specified for the particular crop being certified.