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Agricultural Commodities Testing

Food Testing Capability

Agricultural Commodities Testing

Symbio provides independent testing services for producers of agricultural commodities, such as fruits, vegetables, and nuts.

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Agricultural Commodities Testing


At Symbio Laboratories, we pride ourselves on being a leading independent provider of testing services for fruits, vegetables, and nuts. Catering to both producers and processors, we offer a comprehensive array of tests to meet every need, including residue, chemical, microbiological, nutritional, and environmental analyses. Our services are specifically designed to support clients in adhering to rigorous standards such as the Freshcare program and fulfilling the quality assurance requirements of major supermarkets.

Fruit, Nut, and Vegetable Testing At Symbio

Our dedicated team of experts ensures that your agricultural commodities meet the highest safety and quality standards, helping you maintain consumer trust and compliance with industry regulations. Whether you’re looking to verify the safety of your produce, analyse nutritional content, or confirm environmental compliance, Symbio Laboratories is equipped to provide thorough and reliable testing services for fruits, nuts, and vegetables.

Microbiology Testing Capabilities

  • Total viable counts
  • Coliforms, Faecal coliforms
  • E. coli
  • Salmonella
  • Listeria species and/or L. monocytogenes
  • Staphylococci

Residue Testing Capabilities

  • Insecticides
  • Acaricides
  • Fungicides
  • Herbicides
  • Carbamates
  • Dithiocarbamates
  • Fruit dip wash
  • Aflatoxins
  • Heavy metals
  • Nitrates

Chemistry Testing Capabilities

  • Quality parameters (e.g. peroxide value, acid value, free fatty acids)
  • Nutritional profiles (e.g. protein, fat, fibre, fatty acid profile, vitamins, elements)

Symbio Laboratories offers rapid response times and exceptional service, with locations across Australia. Reach out to our team to learn how we can support your agricultural commodities testing requirements. See our full Fruit, Nut, and Vegetable NATA accreditation scope for details.