Introduction

Seed is ripened ovule containing embryo. Seed is symbol of beginning in scientific agriculture, basic input and most important catalyst for other input to be cost effective. Seed certification is the legal process to maintain high quality seed and make its availability for distribution. This process was first started in Nepal with wheat. 

Certification helps to maintain availability of seed to public with certification of high-quality seed maintaining many varieties and kinds so that to maintain genetic identity and purity. The main responsible seed certifying body in Nepal is Seed Quality Control Center (SQCC), MoAD. Regional seed testing lab also work in their certification procedure.  Nepal has adopted the holistic vision for development of Nepal’s seed sector included in ‘National Seed Vision 2013-2025’. In Nepalese context, seed are properly labeled and recorded in register, information like species (Latin and Nepali name), date of collection, place of collection, (district, zone, etc.) should be included in the list.