Growing and Selling Seed in Arizona: An Overview of Policy and Regulations

Insight into the seed industry in Arizona can be confusing for new seed farmers and companies entering the business of seed production. Seeds can be grown in Arizona for fruit and vegetable production, forage for livestock, food or non-food products, and land restoration purposes. The Seed Trade Association of Arizona (STAA) stated “Arizona produces millions of dollars’ worth of seed that is distributed throughout the world.” Unfortunately, there is no readily available data as to the impact the Arizona seed industry has on state and local economies and how much seed is grown in the state specifically for consumer use.