Keywords = seed testing
- Whom do I contact about my seed testing needs?
- Whom do I contact about invoicing and administrative needs?
- How do I request a quote for work?
- How will I be invoiced?
- How do I establish my account?
- How do I find out the status of my current project?
- How do I submit a sample?
- What services does BioDiagnostics offer?
- Which specific crops does BioDiagnostics test?
- Is Electrophoresis Genetic Purity Analysis more accurate than field grow-outs?
- Is there a test that will indicate whether my seed has been damaged by a late frost?
- Which traits are tested by BioDiagnostics?
- What is the typical turn-around time?
- Which certifications does BioDiagnostics have?
- Which tests would I perform for breeding purposes?
- Which tests would I perform to maximize my seed production?
- How many seeds do I need to send to request a test?
Whom do I contact about my testing needs?
ELISA, Analytical Chemistry, Standard Seed Testing
Denise Thiede
715-426-0246
Isozyme Electrophoresis & Isoelectric Focusing
Craig Nelson
715-426-0246
DNA
Michael Thompson
715-426-0246
Whom do I contact about invoicing and administrative needs?
Quentin Schultz: President
715-426-0246
How do I request a quote for work?
After discussing your project with our management team, a quote will be provided to you. Upon your approval and receipt of a purchase order, work will be scheduled. Request a quote now »
How will I be invoiced?
Invoices are mailed at the beginning of each month for samples received the previous month.
Quentin Schultz: President
715-426-0246
How do I establish my account?
Contact a department manager.
ELISA, Analytical Chemistry, Standard Seed Testing
Denise Thiede
715-426-0246
Isozyme Electrophoresis & Isoelectric Focusing
Craig Nelson
715-426-0246
DNA
Michael Thompson
715-426-0246
How do I find out the status of my current project?
Your data and work in progress is available to you and your personnel 24 hours, seven days a week through a secure, password-protected web access tool.
How do I submit a sample?
- Send completed sample information form to a specific laboratory manager.
- Denise Thiede: ELISA, Analytical Chemistry, Standard Seed Testing
- Craig Nelson: Isozyme Electrophoresis & Isoelectric Focusing
- Michael Thompson: DNA
- Ship samples to 507 Highland Drive, River Falls, WI 54022
- You will receive a receipt by e-mail or fax when we receive samples. Please check to ensure the sample information and the test to be completed are accurate.
What services does BioDiagnostics offer?
BioDiagnostics is committed to the success of its’ customers, the seed producers across the world. Building on that customer focus we strive to provide the most comprehensive suite of testing services in the seed testing industry. Our testing services meet many different needs, cover most crops and leverage many different technologies.
Search our list of testing services by need, crop or technology »
Which specific crops does BioDiagnostics test?
We conduct testing on all crops. However, be aware that every test cannot be applied to every crop. We will guide you through the process and make sure that only the right tests are preformed on the right crop.
Is Electrophoresis Genetic Purity Analysis more accurate than field grow-outs?
Grow-out testing requires more time (an entire growth cycle) to achieve results and the results are subjective and dependent on environmental conditions that may not be consistent with the conditions where the seed product will be planted. Isozyme testing can give you results in two weeks and the results are not subjective since they are based on well defined patterns of protein-based markers.
Is there a test that will indicate whether my seed has been damaged by a late frost?
A Tetrazolium (TZ) Test estimates standard germination percentages. This viability test is completed within a few hours. A TZ (tetrazolium chloride) test is a viability test that allows us to detect frost damage in the embryo. This test can provide a rapid evaluation of the effects of frost on seed quality.
Which traits are tested by BioDiagnostics?
BioDiagnostics performs purity tests for most commercial traits. See a full list of our trait testing or contact us if you are unable to locate the trait needed.
What is the typical sample turn-around time for data?
Most tests are completed within two weeks of sample receipt. Turn-around times do vary by test and sample size. Contact one of our lab managers for more information.
Which certifications does BioDiagnostics have?
BDI is ISO 9001:2000 Certified. SCST/ISST has certified our team of registered genetic technologists and registered seed technologists. BDI is the first USDA Accredited Seed Laboratory for seed germination and physical purity testing.
Which tests would I perform for breeding purposes?
BDI has developed an integrated package of tests to accelerate your speed to market. This test package is called First-to-Market. We also offer discounted pricing on these services. For more information, contact us.
Which tests should I request to ensure the quality of my seed production?
BDI has developed an integrated package of tests to help you maximize your seed quality during seed production. This test package is called Pure-Production. We also offer discounted pricing on these services. For more information, contact us.
How many seeds do I need to send to request a test?
We have provided a complete list by Crop Species.