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April 21, 2022

Planting Treated Seed Information

Spring planting season is around the corner and Minnesota farmers will be planting treated seed across the state. The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) provides best management practices for handling and planting treated seed.

Disposing of Treated Seed Updated Information

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) has published a new fact sheet explaining disposal requirements for treated seed in Minnesota. Seed companies, seed distributors, and farmers can find the guidance they need to appropriately dispose of treated seed that is not planted. Please review this guidance to ensure that you are in compliance when disposing of treated seed in Minnesota.

For More Information

Minnesota Department of Agriculture Seed Program

Minnesota Pollution Control Agency 

Minnesota Department of Agriculture Pesticide and Fertilizer Program