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Department of Entomology ( College of Horticulture Nauni Solan (HP) INDIA )

Pesticide Residue Analysis Services

The Pesticide Residue Laboratory, Department of Entomology, offers advanced and reliable pesticide residue analysis for a wide range of agricultural commodities, including crops, fruits, vegetables, medicinal plants, as well as soil and water samples. The laboratory is NABL-accredited in accordance with ISO/IEC 17025:2017 and has held accreditation for pesticide residue detection in fruits and vegetables since 2014. The facility ensures scientifically robust, high-precision testing in compliance with national and international quality standards.

Laboratory Capabilities

  • State-of-the-art analytical platforms, including
    • LC–MS/MS for multi-residue quantification of polar and semi-polar pesticides
    • GC–MS/MS for detection of volatile and thermally stable pesticide residues
  • Well-equipped sample processing facilities, including homogenization, extraction, cleanup, and safe storage infrastructure (deep freezers, cold room facilities).
  • Validated and standardized QuEChERS and other extraction methods for multi-residue analysis.
  • Highly trained technical staff with extensive experience in pesticide residue research and regulatory compliance.

    • Services Offered

    • Quantitative analysis of pesticide residues in:
      1. Fruits
      2. Vegetables
      3. Field crops
      4. Spices
      5. Soil
      6. Water
    • Support for MRL compliance, research projects, and field residue studies.
    • Generation of high-quality analytical reports suitable for regulatory submissions.

    Services cost (18 % GST extra)

    • For Farmers and UH&F students – 5000/-
    • For students of other universities – 7000/-
    • For government institute – 10,000/-
    • For private institutes – 20,000/-

    For additional information, please contact the Department of Entomology Phone no.- 01792-252240.

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