SECTION 10.3. Approval of Applicant under Certification

(a) An applicant for licensing as a "Registered Plant Breeder" or a "Certified Seed Grower" as provided in the Act, shall be a person, firm, or corporation of good character and have a reputation for honesty, competency and fair dealing. All applicants for a license shall pay a fee of $250 at the time of application.

(b) All applicants for licensing shall furnish such information as the board may require and shall appear in person before said board if so requested.

(c) When an applicant has satisfied the State Seed and Plant Board as to qualifications and ability to produce certified seed and all other requirements for certification have been met, the State Seed and Plant Board shall issue a certificate evidencing the fact that the applicant is fully licensed as a registered plant breeder or certified seed grower.

Source Note: The provisions of this §10.3 adopted to be effective September 2, 1996, 21 TexReg 7955; amended to be effective October 27, 2003, 28 TexReg 9235; amended to be effective September 1, 2011, 36 TexReg 5348; amended to be effective January 1, 2016, 40 TexReg 9619