We offer seed testing services to companies and farmers. We follow the AOSA Rules for Testing Seeds. We strive to have results in your inbox within 3 weeks from receipt of sample. Results will be sent via email, to the email address provided on the seed service information form. If no email address is provided, we will send the results via USPS to the address provided. Please follow the instructions below to aid in reducing processing time. For questions or concerns about lead time, please contact our office.
Include our Seed Service Form (pdf) with all samples.
The analysis from our laboratory is indicative of the sample submitted. Please ensure the sample sent is in a representative sample from that lot of seed.
How long will it take to get my sample back?
We strive to have results in your inbox within 3 weeks from receipt of sample. Results will be sent via email, to the email address provided on the seed service information form. If no email address is provided, we will send the results via USPS to the address provided. For questions or concerns about lead time, please contact our office. Contact Information
How much seed do you need to send for a sample?
For agricultural seeds, a quart-size Ziploc bag is sufficient. For vegetable seeds or other small seed kinds, a pint size bag is sufficient.
What kind of tests does the Seed Lab perform?
See our Test Type Descriptions.
What tests do I need for NRCS?
For the NRCS program, it is recommended to get a complete test including noxious weed seed, purity and germination exams.
I don’t know what tests I need; how do I decide?
Don’t hesitate to call 765-494-1556 or email us
- If you want to know what noxious weed seeds are in your seed lot: A noxious weed seed exam is recommended.
- If you want to label or know what is in your seed lot: A complete test with a noxious weed seed, purity and germination exam is recommended.
- If you want to update your germination test date: A germination exam is appropriate.
What contact information do you need from me?
Please include your full address, email, and phone number. This information will only be used to contact you regarding your sample.
What if I have multiple samples?
On each submitted sample, clearly write a number or name. The more information you provide, the easier it is for us to distinguish your samples. The information you provide will be displayed in our report of analysis, which can also help you with your record keeping. Some examples of distinguishing characters include field names, farm names and field numbers.