Today, University of Idaho Extension sent out the following information regarding operation of diagnositc services at its research facilities across the state:
Parma
The Parma Research & Extension Center is still receiving samples, although we are operating with less staff than usual.
Instructions for dropping samples off at Parma:
- Contact James Woodhall at (208) 970-9667 or jwoodhall@uidaho.edu in advance of dropping any samples off.
- Leave in front office at Parma or bench outside lab door.
- Do not enter the lab.
- Complete the sample submission form and bring with your sample or email to plantdiagnostics@uidaho.edu.
Idaho Falls
The Idaho Falls facility is still receiving samples, although the campus is closed and samples cannot be physically dropped off at the laboratory. Please call to make arrangements.
Instructions for samples at Idaho Falls:
- Call in advance to arrange best way to deliver samples: (208) 497-5312. We will either arrange for mailing samples or for an alternative way to receive them.
- Some samples may be able to be delivered electronically, either by text at (208) 497-5312 or by email at plantdiagnostics@uidaho.edu
- Complete the sample submission form and email to plantdiagnostics@uidaho.edu.
Sample Collection and Shipment for Parma and Idaho Falls:
Plant Samples
Avoid collecting plant tissue that is completely dead or rotten. Collect entire plant by digging plant roots. For foliage, wrap in dry paper towel in sealed plastic bag. For root samples, keep some soil with roots in sealed plastic bag.
Soil Samples
Collect samples in a grid pattern with at least 10 cores per acre at a depth of 12 inches. Collect cores in a bucket, thoroughly mix by hand or with shovel, and place a 1-pound subsample from the bucket in a labeled Ziploc bag. Refrigerate samples if not shipping or delivering immediately.
Shipment
If sending by mail, send overnight or by two-day shipping. Make sure samples are labeled and include your name and phone number. Be sure to alert lab personnel, either by phone or email, of samples being mailed.
If you have any questions about sample collection or shipment, please call one of the labs and we can direct you.
Parma Address:
29603 U of I Lane
Parma, ID 83660
Phone: 208-970-9667
Idaho Falls Address:
1776 Science Center Drive, Suite 205
Idaho Falls, ID 83402
Phone: 208-497-5312