Alaska’s Certified Seed Potato Program is administered by the Alaska Division of Agriculture, which prohibits selling potatoes as seed unless certified by the official state seed certifying agency. This ensures potatoes and other seed materials meet strict state standards for disease‑free, varietally pure, and high‑quality stock, supporting sustainable agriculture and food security. The importation of seed from outside the state has the potential to introduce pests not known to occur in Alaska. The introduction of these diseases or pests can cause major problems and the importation of seed is therefore discouraged. Growers wishing to try new varieties are encouraged to obtain clean seed potato stock from your local certified grower.

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