Existing Seed Act from 1966 and 1983 order are considered outdated.
Around 70% of seeds are currently outside the old law.
New law introduces mandatory registration and quick response picture codes for every seed packet.
States will have authority to approve new seed varieties meeting national standards.
Collected penalties will fund compensation through a state Seed Security Fund.
The aim is to stop the sale of fake and low‑quality seeds.
Traditional farmer‑saved seeds will remain free to use and trade.
All seed packets will carry a quick response picture code for traceability.
Penalties range from warnings to fines up to 30 lakh rupees and possible jail time.
A Seed Security Fund will help compensate farmers within 15 days of loss.
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