Idaho Food Quality Assurance Lab Sample Submission

Sample Size and Shipping

Please contact the laboratory prior to submitting samples: (208) 732-5325.
Normal sample receiving hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Complete the sample submission forms, ensure that each sample is uniquely identified.
Sample Size
Foliage	Gallon size freezer bag at least 1/2 full
Soil	Quart size mason jar at least 1/2 full
Potato	Approximately 5 pounds
Miscellaneous matrix	Contact the laboratory
Shipping
Ship in a timely manner on ice to ensure samples stay cool.
Ship Monday through Thursday so that samples arrive during business hours.
Do not ship on a Friday or before a holiday.
Contact the laboratory if you have any questions or would like to request sample containers.