Soybean Services
- Soybean Sand Germination Test
- Soybean Warm Germination Test
- Soybean Vigor - Accelerated Aging (AA) Test
- Soybean Vigor - Tray Cold Test
- Soybean Herbicide Traits Test
- Soybean Varietal Purity Tests
- Soybean Purity & Noxious Weed Examinations
- Soybean Tetrazolium Test
- Soybean Seed Count
- Soybean Seed Moisture Test
- Soybean Visual Ratings
- Soybean Soak Test
- Soybean Export Certificates
Soybean Tetrazolium Test
Soybeans showing staining from Tetrazolium testing
Methods
Tetrazolium tests are conducted on a 200 seed sample. Soybean seeds are typically imbibed for 16 hours and then and stained in 1% Tetrazolium solution.
What is Reported
A percentage of viable seed (normal staining embryos and any dormant seeds).
Value of Results
Tetrazolium is a quick estimate of germination and can be useful in determining viability of hard seeds. When seed has a fungal colonization, such as Fusarium or Phomopsis spp., the TZ test will best estimate a treated germination test.
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SoDak Lab's goal is to deliver fast, accurate, and diagnostic seed testing services.