Quality Assurance

SeedsChoice Quality Assurance

Strong plants begin with strong seeds. At SeedsChoice, we sell our own house brand Shaphira alongside selected lines from partners. Every packet we ship is sourced, tested, and packed to meet rigorous quality standards.

Quality & Certifications — at a glance

Area Details
Organic control Skal Biocontrole — supplier certification no. 014725
Testing standard ISTA International Rules for Seed Testing (ISTA rules)
Product lines Shaphira (house brand) + selected partner lines

Organic Seeds: What the Label Really Means

Our organic products are identifiable by the organic logo and are controlled by Skal Biocontrole (supplier certification no. 014725). No chemical pesticides or synthetic fertilizers are used; fertilization is 100% organic (plant‑ or animal‑based). The entire process—growing, cleaning, and packing—is audited for compliance.

If you prefer to shop organic specifically, explore our curated range here: Organic Seeds.

How We Test (and Why It Matters)

All batches from our certified producers are checked against international standards before release. We work to ISTA rules to keep results objective and globally comparable.

What our producers do

  • Germination testing in professional laboratories
  • Compliance with ISTA methodologies for sampling and analysis
  • Physical purity assessments to remove inert matter and off‑types
  • Field trials under real growing conditions

What every batch is verified for

  • Germination rate & vigour (fast, uniform sprouting)
  • Physical purity (only the declared species/variety)
  • Varietal authenticity (true‑to‑type growth and traits)
  • Growing performance (field validation where relevant)

Our Batch‑Level QC Workflow

  1. Source selection — only certified producers with traceable lots
  2. Lab testing — germination & purity under controlled conditions
  3. Field checks — practical trials for vigour and uniformity
  4. Clean & pack — dust removal, calibrated fills, moisture control
  5. Release — lots are released only if they meet specification

Looking for our house brand? Discover the latest varieties in SeedsChoice Seeds.

Quality FAQ

Are organic and conventional seeds tested differently?

Both follow the same laboratory principles for germination and purity. Organic lots additionally meet EU organic rules and are audited by independent control bodies (e.g., Skal).

Why can germination rates vary by season?

Temperature, substrate, and water management influence emergence. Always follow the packet’s sowing instructions. For logistics and transit expectations, see our Shipping Policy.

Do you publish test results?

Key specifications (e.g., germination class) are included on product pages when available. Batch‑level documents are retained for audits only.

The SeedsChoice Promise

  • Certified sourcing (incl. organic control where applicable)
  • ISTA‑aligned lab testing for germination and purity
  • True‑to‑type varieties for reliable, repeatable results
  • Clear information and transparent processes

Quality seeds, trusted results — that’s SeedsChoice.