The National Science Laboratories provide services on a wide variety of agricultural products. The laboratory testing program is non-regulatory and analyses are performed on a fee for service basis.

Choose a category below for a list of available services.

• Chemical Testing

• Bacterial Pathogen Testing

• Biomolecular Testing

The Blakely Laboratory provides testing for the presence of aflatoxin, ochratoxin, and vomitoxin on domestic and imported nuts, grains, and dried fruit.

The laboratory participates in a number of proficiency check sample programs for aflatoxin (i.e., pistachios, peanuts and peanut butter) and for oilseed composition. The laboratory serves as a reference laboratory and provides training in analytical testing procedures.

The Winter Haven Laboratory provides specialized food chemistry testing services for imported and domestic citrus products.