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Consider the following statements about the different seed production cycles.
1. Breeder seed is the primary stage of the seed production cycle.
2. Certified seed is the secondary stage of the seed production cycle.
3. Foundation seeds are produced and distributed to all farmers and regions.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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- 1, 2 and 3
- 1 and 2
- 1 and 3
- 1 only
Correct Option: D
About the different seed production cycles the breeder seed is the primary stage of the seed production cycle. Breeder seed is seed or vegetative propagating material directly controlled by the originating or sponsoring plant breeder of the breeding program or institution. Breeder seed shall be genetically so pure as to guarantee that in the subsequent generation. Foundation seed shall be the progeny of Breeder seed. Certified seed shall be the progeny of foundation seed.
