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The Australian Seeds Authority (ASA) is a not-for-profit company. Jointly established in 2002 by Seed Industry representative organisations, and licensed by the Australian Government, ASA established, developed and manages Seed Certification in Australia.
Certification Schemes
- ASA convenes work and advisory groups to develop/review all standards and key industry relevant QA processes. ASA maintains these standards.
- Principal Certification activity is managed by Accredited Certification Agencies. Agencies develop, document and maintain their own certification processes and schemes.
- hese schemes are fully consistent with the ASA Domestic and OECD Scheme requirements. Agency Schemes and Processes are independently reviewed (using NATA) for consistency and rigorous application.
- Agencies Authorise Processors, Inspectors and Samplers for delivery. Agencies maintain detailed records of overall scheme operation, audits and performance reviews and adjustments.
Laboratories
- Using International Seed Testing Association (ISTA) accredited Laboratories, seed for certification is tested from authorised samples and the results incorporated into the Certification results.
- Certified seed is processed through Agency Authorised (Processor) businesses who bag and label seed consistent with the Schemes requirements. Processors may be specialised companies of large integrated enterprises covering the full range of seed production activities.
- Growers produce seed crops using standards consistent methods for inclusion as Certified Seed.
- Inspectors progressively review and document the various processes reporting back to Agencies ensuring proper scheme operation and Quality Assured Seed.
Inspectors
Inspectors Progressively Review
Principal Certification activity is managed by Accredited Certification Agencies. Agencies develop, document and maintain their own certification processes and schemes.
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Many people who are not in the agriculture industry have never heard of sorghum or are unsure as to what it is. However, sorghum holds an important role in the lives of millions of people around the world, including yours. Sorghum is a non-GMO, gluten free, ancient grain that is most commonly used as feed for livestock but is also a popular food grain for people residing in Asia and Africa. Because of it’s gluten free properties, sorghum is a welcome whole grain alternative for those who deal with gluten intolerance or celiac disease.