Beginning December 22nd, ISDA’s main Boise office at 2270 Old Penitentiary Road will be under construction, and the main public entrance will be temporarily inaccessible. All walk-ins or mail pick-up/drop-offs will be directed to the Animal Health Laboratory at 2300 Old Penitentiary Road.

ISDA offices will be closed for the holiday December 24th, 25th, and 26th.

Mission Statement

The Idaho State Department of Agriculture Plant Pathology Laboratory provides disease testing of seeds, plants, and plant products for both Phytosanitary and Diagnostic purposes.

The Plant Pathology Laboratory also participates in surveys across the state for invasive and regulated plant pathogens and pests.

Sample Submission

For information regarding sample collection and submission see the Sampling and Shipping page.

Information on available pathogen testing, sample sizes, and test fees.

How to collect and send a sample into the laboratory for testing.

Picture looking up inside the Idaho State capitol dome with an Idaho state flag hanging from the ceiling

Plants Laws and Rules

Rules and laws pertaining to plant pathogens.

ver: 3.5.2a | last updated: