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Do You Have All the Info You Need for Successful Seeding?

By Kevin Zaychuk | Germination Laboratory, News, Seed Quality Information, Seed Quality Updates | 3 April, 2019 | 0

The International Seed Testing Association (ISTA) standardizes testing around the globe to ensure analysts do their best work — including recommending the best temperature to conduct vigour testing at. Still, various seed testing outlets use a variety of different temperatures to conduct vigour tests, some as high as 10 C. Most farmers in Western CanadaRead more

What is a Vigour Test?

By 20/20 Seed Labs | Germination Laboratory, Tech Bulletins | 10 May, 2017 | 7

A vigour test predicts a seed lot’s potential to perform, well, vigorously during germination and emergence. 20/20 Seed Labs offers the most widely used tests for vigour: Cold Germination Accelerated Aging Controlled Deterioration Electrical Conductivity Seedling Growth Rate Which one is used depends on a few factors, including what crop is being tested and whatRead more

What is a Germination Test?

By 20/20 Seed Labs | Germination Laboratory, Tech Bulletins | 10 May, 2017 | 12

What is a Germination Test? A germination test determines the maximum germination potential, or viability, of the seed. Why do a Germination Test? Because knowing the germination rate of a particular seed lot is key to understanding how well that seed will perform in the field. If your seed has a 90% germination rate, itRead more

What is a Tetrazolium Chloride Test?

By 20/20 Seed Labs | Germination Laboratory, Tech Bulletins | 10 May, 2017 | 10

What is a Tetrazolium Chloride Test? The TZ test is often referred to as a quick germination test because results are usually available within 24 to 48 hours. How is the TZ Test Different From a Germination Test? The TZ test is good for an early and quick snapshot of seed viability, but doesn’t replaceRead more

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