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HomeFood and Agricultural CodeDiv. 18Ch. 2Art. 1§ 52256 Noxious Weed Seed Classes

§ 52256 Noxious Weed Seed Classes

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§ 52256 Noxious Weed Seed Classes

Key Takeaways

  • •Noxious weed seeds are bad plants that can hurt crops or land.
  • •There are two types: prohibited (not allowed at all) and restricted (only allowed in small amounts).
  • •The law says what kinds of seeds are in each group.

Example

A farmer buys seeds to plant in his field.

If the seeds have too many restricted weeds or any prohibited weeds, the farmer could get in trouble for spreading bad plants.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 52256 Noxious Weed Seed Classes

“Noxious weed seed” means the seed or propagule of any species of noxious weed, as defined in Section 5004. As used in this chapter, noxious weed seed are of two classes, prohibited noxious weed seed and restricted noxious weed seed, which are defined in Sections 52257 and 52258, respectively. (Amended by Stats. 1977, Ch. 328.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

noxious weed seedfine

Related Statutes

  • § 52262 Farm Sales Definition
  • § 59505 Dealer Definition
  • § 59508 Marketing Program Definition
  • § 61802 Milk Supply And Safety
  • § 10901 Garbage Definition Exclusions

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Food and Agricultural Code. Section 52256.
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