PLANTICA- Seed Testing Laboratory is a specialized facility located in Banjarawala, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, offering a comprehensive range of tests to assess the health and quality of seed. This laboratory plays a crucial role in supporting agricultural practices, environmental monitoring, and research initiatives by providing accurate and detailed analyses.

In-Charge: Seed Testing Laboratory, Contact: +91 92869 85220 / +91 95480 55290

The laboratory offers a variety of tests tailored to the needs of farmers, researchers, professionals and environmentalists. Here are the key testing services available at PLANTICA:

Seed Quality and Health Testing

1. Purity Testing: To determine the percentage of pure seed in a sample, excluding inert matter and other crop seeds.

2. Germination Testing: To assess the ability of seeds to sprout and develop into healthy plants.

3. Viability / Tetrazolium Test: This biochemical test assesses seed viability by staining living tissues of seeds with a colorless compound that turns red in the presence of dehydrogenase enzyme activity.

4. Vigor Testing: To evaluate the potential for rapid and uniform emergence of seedlings under a wide range of field conditions.

5. Health Testing: To detect the presence of seed-borne pathogens, pests, or diseases.

6. Moisture Content Testing: To measure the moisture content of seeds, which is crucial for storage and longevity.

Seed Testing Charges w.e.f. 01 April, 2024

S.N.	Testing	Charges Per Sample (Rs.)
		Individual Test	Complete (All) Tests
1.	Purity Testing	300/-	2000/-
2.	Germination Testing	500/-
3.	Viability / Tetrazolium Test	500/-
4.	Vigor Testing	300/-
5.	Health Testing	500/-
6.	Moisture Content Testing	300/-