For 2020 only the percentage of organic seed within grass and forage seed mixes has changed, due to a shortage of seed caused by the 2018 drought.
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Derogation required prior to purchase |
Derogation before inspection |
No derogation required |
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Less than 50% organic grass & forage mixes |
50% - 99% organic grass and forage seed mixes |
100% Organic Seed |
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Less than 70% organic arable silage and wholecrop mixes |
70% - 99% organic arable silage and forage seed mixes |
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100 % non-organic seed |
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Seed mixes to be sown during 2021 must contain a minimum of 70% organic seed, even if purchased in 2020.