Soil-borne Pathogens

Please print this form to include with your sample(s). Report includes: Graphs, data analysis, and personalized recommendations with organic or conventional amendments. A 15-minute phone consultation with one of our soil scientists. Pathogen Extraction: Various techniques are employed to extract pathogens from the soil samples. This can include methods such as dilution plating, baiting, selective media culture, or molecular techniques like Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) to amplify and detect specific pathogen DNA. Pathogen Identification: Once extracted, the pathogens are identified using a combination of techniques. This may involve microscopic examination of spores, culturing on specific media to observe colony morphology, biochemical tests, or molecular methods for species-specific identification. Soil-borne plant pathogen testing is essential for proactive disease management, helping growers implement targeted strategies to protect their crops and ensure sustainable agricultura