Olive Oil Analysis
To submit your samples
- Provide each sample in a 250 ml (or larger) container;
- Label each sample to uniquely identify it (click for 2x4 Labels);
- Enclose a submission form (click for Submission Form)
- Enclose your payment for the analysis fee.
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Olive Fruit, Pomace and Waste Water
To submit your samples
- Provide a 1 lb sample in a plastic bag or bottle;
- Label each sample to uniquely identify it;
- Enclose a submission form (click for Submission Form)
- Enclose your payment for the analysis fee
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Variety Identification
The samples should be prepared as follows:
- Each sample should consist of 6 or 8 leaves, preferably young
twigs.
- Place each sample in a Ziploc bag
- Label each sample either using labels that you can print on 2x4
self-adhesive sheets or simply use indelible marker.
- Ensure the leaves have natural humidity, but are free of dew or
water drops on them.
- Place some padding on the box
- You should overnight them during the hot months.
- Enclose a submission form (click for Submission Form)
- Enclose payment for the analysis fee.
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To submit your samples:
- Follow a sample collection procedure dependent on the type of
test desired:
- Plant disease diagnosis;
- GMO detection.
- Label each sample to uniquely identify it;
- Enclose in each shipment the submission forms corresponding to
the tests desired;
- Enclose your payment for the analysis fee.
We will return to you a report describing the test results on each sample, according to your instructions.
Sample Collection
Successful testing requires appropriate sample collection, labeling and handling.
For plant disease diagnosis, please follow our Sample Collection Instructions. If there are any unanswered questions, please don't hesitate to Contact Us.
For GMO detection follow the sample collection instructions in the submission form.
Submission Forms
Submission forms are specific to the test desired:
List every sample you are sending. Enclose one or more submission forms in each package, numbered consecutively.
At least one submission form should identify your company’s name and address, in addition to your contact and payment information.
For disease diagnosis, you can also include a graph of your collection scheme.
Labeling, Packing and Shipping
We can provide you with a shipping kit of bags and labels. You can use our sample label templates (Click for 2x4 Labels). Print them on standard 2x4 inch label stickers (10 to a page).
Keep samples cool. Avoid moisture in your shipping container. You may include multiple samples in a shipment.
Mail freshly collected samples early in the week, preferably by overnight carrier.
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