Seed Lab Update

Beginning August 1, 2025, the Seed Laboratory will adjust pricing for select testing services — our first update since October 2022.

You can now pay your seed testing invoices by credit card through our secure online portal.

Beginning July 15, 2025, the Seed Laboratory will implement price adjustments for some of our services. This is the first pricing update since October 2022.

Recent inquiries to our Seed Health Coordinator highlight a surge in testing for Curtobacterium flaccumfaciens pv.

A frequently asked question pertains to the number of seeds required for germination testing. For official germination tests, the lab necessitates a minimum of 400 seeds.

Beginning October 1st, our Quality Lab will implement a new policy regarding germination testing to improve efficiency and streamline reporting.

Starting September 1, we will no longer contact customers for additional seed when a specific quantity has been requested for testing.

We are announcing a new policy for germination testing that will take effect on October 1st, in alignment with AOSA guidelines.

We want to inform you about an important change regarding your account numbers.

Ames, Iowa – The seed’s quality is one of the most critical factors determining a cover crop’s success.

It’s that time of year when we begin receiving cover crop samples at the lab. Please remember to include the month and year of harvest on your samples.

Shipping seeds to Canada and need a grade assigned to your lot? Iowa State now provides this service!

The final billing for fiscal year 2024 is on June 24th. Starting June 25th, we will implement a new sample number format to include the fiscal year.

Ames, IA— Dr. Daniel Robison, Dean of the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, has announced the appointment of Dr.

Iowa State University (ISU) Seed Science Center (SSC) proudly announces the appointment of Rebecca Noe as a full-time Research Scientist I at the Seed Health Lab.

For over 120 years, the Seed Lab at the Iowa State University (ISU) Seed Science Center (SSC) has worked to prevent the distribution o

At the Iowa State University Seed Laboratory, ensuring thorough testing is essential to maintaining quality standards.

Efficient sample processing at the Iowa State University Seed Laboratory hinges on accurate submission forms.

At the Iowa State University Seed Laboratory, we’re enhancing our communication to provide you with timely updates on your sample submissions.