Seed sprouts

Seed sprout safety is regulated by the Primary Produce (Food Safety Schemes) (Plant Products) Regulations 2022.

All seed sprout producers must:

1. Hold accreditation.
2. Have an approved food safety arrangement.
3. Comply with the Food Standards Code – Standard 4.2.6.

Apply for accreditation

Accreditation is required to produce the following types of seed sprouts for human consumption:

• alfalfa
• broccoli
• clover
• onion
• radish
• sunflower seeds or other seeds
• mung beans or other beans
• snow peas or other peas.

Complete the Seed sprouts food safety scheme application for accreditation  ( PDF 170.8 KB ).

Accreditation fees

Application fee: $455

Annual accreditation fee: $400

More information

Depending on your activities, you may require notification as a food business – see SA Health.