Sarah Foster Agronomy, Seed Health, Seed Purity
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Obtaining International Seed Testing Association (ISTA) accreditation for 20/20 Seed Labs Inc. was originally initiated back in 2003. The ISTA organization was open to accrediting private independent labs but the […]
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Please use our our ‘3-Step Process’ when submitting samples to be tested.
We provide testing on seeds, plants and soil. Select the type of sample below that you are submitting for sample collection instructions.
The table below outlines the type of seed test and required sampling amount needed for each test. Be sure to follow the 4 steps indicated to collect your sample.
The sampling cards below outline the steps to collect your required plant samples for testing.
The sampling cards below outline the steps to collect your required soil samples for testing.
Select the testing services you will require from the pricing schedule below, then choose how you want submit your sample:
Option 1:
Submit your sample online:
Option 2:
Write Your customer number and sample details on the sample bag and prepare the sample for shipping or drop-off.
NISKU, ALBERTA
20/20 Seed Labs, Inc.
507-11 Avenue
Nisku, AB T9E 7N5
Toll Free: 1-877-420-2099
WINNIPEG, MANITOBA
20/20 Seed Labs, Inc.
3489 Pembina Hwy
Winnipeg, MB R3V 1A4
Toll Free: 1-866-540-7333
There is a locked and secure after hours drop off box in front of both the Nisku, Alberta and Winnipeg, Manitoba 20/20 Seed Labs offices. Please leave your samples in the drop off box if you are dropping off a sample on the weekends, a statutory holiday, or after 4:30 p.m. on a weekday.
Hwy #3, 2.5km East of Barnwell, Alberta
Box 4690, Taber, Alberta
T1G 2E1
Phone: 1-403-223-1325
Please submit the correct sample size for the test required.
Germination and Vigour Tests
Most tests of this type require approximately 250 grams or 1 cup of seed. For very large seeds such as some types of peas or beans, up to twice as much seed may be required.
Disease and Seed Health Tests
The quantity of seed for most disease testing is the same as a germination test. Some tests with special requirements may require larger amounts of seed.
Purity Tests
Test volumes for purity and % pure seed vary with crop type and are available on the purity weight form.
Rhizobia Test
Small seeded legumes require a 1 cup sample. Large seeded legumes require a minimum 2 cup sample. Inoculant, loose peat, granules, and liquid should be tested in the original sealed container size.
Canadian Seed Institute Samples
Follow the CSI instructions for the crop type and the weight to be submitted. Example: Wheat, Purity = a minimum of 1 kg of seed.
APHIS Samples
Quantities of seed to be tested for an APHIS certificate for export to the US vary with crop type. Please contact us for the correct volume required.
Soil Samples
We test soil for clubroot and for a weed check analysis. It is preferable to have a minimum 2 cup or 1 kg sample size.
Plant Specimens
Root samples for clubroot analysis should have only one plant per bag and other plant or leaf samples should contain an adequate amount for representation of the tissue. Please pack fresh samples with moist paper towel and drop off at lab or ship by overnight courier only. Pack in a cooler with ice packs if possible. Do not allow sample to contact ice directly.
FLAX / TRIFFID Tests
This test requires either 1 or 2 kg of seed. Please CLICK HERE to use the FLAX SAMPLE SUBMISSION FORM for all samples and to confirm the exact amount of seed required.
If you’re still unsure of the sample size required for your test, please contact us.
Printed Sample Bags
20/20 Seed Labs Inc. provides printed sample bags to all of our customers so they may submit samples with all the information clearly noted. As well, you can use packaging or bags from other labs if necessary.
Special Requirements
Some samples require special packaging to ensure the sample’s integrity is not compromised during shipping. Please determine if your sample may require any of the following procedures to keep the sample in proper condition.
Ice Packs
For samples that need to remain cool during shipping, such as seed or inoculant samples for rhizobia testing.
Heavy-duty Sealed Poly Bags
Samples requiring moisture testing should be in a container that will reduce the risk of moisture loss that could cause a change in the sample quality from time of shipping to the time of testing.
Submit Your Sample by Mail
20/20 Seed Labs Inc. receives shipments from all couriers, bus and mail services on a daily basis. You should determine the best method of shipping your samples to ensure it meets your requirements for timeliness and sample integrity upon arrival. We process all samples on arrival and customers with a user name and login can monitor the status of their sample online to determine when it arrived, estimated completion date and check test results.
Submit Your Sample In-Person
You may bring your samples directly to our lab, or the after hours drop-off slot. Please call if you have any questions:
Toll Free: 1-877-420-2099
In Alberta:
20/20 Seed Labs Inc.
507 – 11th Ave
Nisku, Alberta, Canada
T9E 7N5
In Manitoba:
20/20 Seed Labs Inc.
3489 Pembina Hwy
Winnipeg, MB R3V 1A4
Phone: 1-204-261-3755
NISKU, ALBERTA
20/20 Seed Labs, Inc.
507-11 Avenue
Nisku, AB T9E 7N5
Toll Free: 1-877-420-2099
WINNIPEG, MANITOBA
20/20 Seed Labs, Inc.
3489 Pembina Hwy
Winnipeg, MB R3V 1A4
Toll Free: 1-866-540-7333
There is a locked and secure after hours drop off box in front of both the Nisku, Alberta and Winnipeg, Manitoba 20/20 Seed Labs offices. Please leave your samples in the drop off box if you are dropping off a sample on the weekends, a statutory holiday, or after 4:30 p.m. on a weekday.
Hwy #3, 2.5km East of Barnwell, Alberta
Box 4690, Taber, Alberta
T1G 2E1
Phone: 1-403-223-1325
Please submit the correct sample size for the test required.
Germination and Vigour Tests
Most tests of this type require approximately 250 grams or 1 cup of seed. For very large seeds such as some types of peas or beans, up to twice as much seed may be required.
Disease and Seed Health Tests
The quantity of seed for most disease testing is the same as a germination test. Some tests with special requirements may require larger amounts of seed.
Purity Tests
Test volumes for purity and % pure seed vary with crop type and are available on the purity weight form.
Rhizobia Test
Small seeded legumes require a 1 cup sample. Large seeded legumes require a minimum 2 cup sample. Inoculant, loose peat, granules, and liquid should be tested in the original sealed container size.
Canadian Seed Institute Samples
Follow the CSI instructions for the crop type and the weight to be submitted. Example: Wheat, Purity = a minimum of 1 kg of seed.
APHIS Samples
Quantities of seed to be tested for an APHIS certificate for export to the US vary with crop type. Please contact us for the correct volume required.
Soil Samples
We test soil for clubroot and for a weed check analysis. It is preferable to have a minimum 2 cup or 1 kg sample size.
Plant Specimens
Root samples for clubroot analysis should have only one plant per bag and other plant or leaf samples should contain an adequate amount for representation of the tissue. Please pack fresh samples with moist paper towel and drop off at lab or ship by overnight courier only. Pack in a cooler with ice packs if possible. Do not allow sample to contact ice directly.
FLAX / TRIFFID Tests
This test requires either 1 or 2 kg of seed. Please CLICK HERE to use the FLAX SAMPLE SUBMISSION FORM for all samples and to confirm the exact amount of seed required.
If you’re still unsure of the sample size required for your test, please contact us.
Printed Sample Bags
20/20 Seed Labs Inc. provides printed sample bags to all of our customers so they may submit samples with all the information clearly noted. As well, you can use packaging or bags from other labs if necessary.
Special Requirements
Some samples require special packaging to ensure the sample’s integrity is not compromised during shipping. Please determine if your sample may require any of the following procedures to keep the sample in proper condition.
Ice Packs
For samples that need to remain cool during shipping, such as seed or inoculant samples for rhizobia testing.
Heavy-duty Sealed Poly Bags
Samples requiring moisture testing should be in a container that will reduce the risk of moisture loss that could cause a change in the sample quality from time of shipping to the time of testing.
Submit Your Sample by Mail
20/20 Seed Labs Inc. receives shipments from all couriers, bus and mail services on a daily basis. You should determine the best method of shipping your samples to ensure it meets your requirements for timeliness and sample integrity upon arrival. We process all samples on arrival and customers with a user name and login can monitor the status of their sample online to determine when it arrived, estimated completion date and check test results.
Submit Your Sample In-Person
You may bring your samples directly to our lab, or the after hours drop-off slot. Please call if you have any questions:
Toll Free: 1-877-420-2099
In Alberta:
20/20 Seed Labs Inc.
507 – 11th Ave
Nisku, Alberta, Canada
T9E 7N5
In Manitoba:
20/20 Seed Labs Inc.
3489 Pembina Hwy
Winnipeg, MB R3V 1A4
Phone: 1-204-261-3755
