Feed Quality Service tests & pricing
The test list provides a price guide for commonly requested tests.
Prices are reviewed annually however NSW DPI reserves the right to modify prices at any time.
- Additional tests are available upon request by contacting the Laboratory Customer Service team.
- We can also help tailor a testing arrangement to suit your needs. Charges for method development may apply.
- Discounts may apply for large volume submissions.
- If you require results urgently, please contact our Laboratory Customer Service as we may be able to expedite testing for an additional charge.
- Individual reports on submissions with multiple samples are available at no additional charge.
P: (02) 6938 1957 or 1800 675 623 - Option 2
E: wagga.labs@dpi.nsw.gov.au
Sample preparation
| Sample | Price (incl. GST)1 |
|---|---|
| Dry, Grind & Dry Matter (DM) calculation | $22.14 |
| Fine Grind | $9.67 |
| Preparation, freeze dry and grind | $46.83 |
1Prices are current as at 1 August 2023. Prices are listed per sample, per submission.
Test Packages
Near Infrared Spectrophotometry (NIR) Packages
| Package | Price (incl. GST)1 | Description | Indicative TAT2 (working days) | Suitable for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | $45.48 | Dry Matter & Moisture, Ash & Organic Matter, Neutral Detergent Fibre (NDF), Acid Detergent Fibre (ADF), Crude Protein (CP), Pepsin Cellulase Digestibility (DMD, DOMD & ME), Water Soluble Carbohydrates (WSC) & AFIA fodder grading (where applicable) | 3 days | Assessment of the nutritive value of fresh pastures, grasses, cereals, legumes, hays (pasture, legume & cereal), silages (pasture, legume & cereal), straw, chaff and pellets |
| Premium Silage | $134.03 | Standard NIR package plus wet chemistry silage pH & ammonia-N (NH3-N) | 5 days | Assessment of the nutritive value of silages,plus pH & NH3-N as key indicators of silage fermentation quality |
| Dairy with DCAD Elements | $111.25 | Standard NIR package plus DCAD elements (Na, K, S, Cl)3 & calculation of Dietary Cation-Anion Difference (DCAD) | 15 days (interim NIR after 3 days) | As above for standard NIR but with a mineral analysis for DCAD, an important factor for transition dairy cows and mitigating the risk of developing milk fever after calving |
| Dairy with 20 Elements & DCAD | $182.75 | Standard NIR package plus 20 element screen (Al, As, B, Ca, Cd, Co, Cr, Cu, Fe, K, Mg, Mn, Mo, Na, Ni, P, Pb, S, Se, Zn and Cl)3 & calculation of Dietary Cation-Anion Difference (DCAD) | 15 days (interim NIR after 3 days) | As above for Dairy NIR with DCAD but with a comprehensive mineral analysis, including calcium (Ca), phosphorous (P) and magnesium (Mg) for dairy cow management |
| Grains & Concentrates | $68.06 | Dry Matter & Moisture, Ash & Organic Matter, Neutral Detergent Fibre (NDF), Acid Detergent Fibre (ADF), Crude Protein (CP), Pepsin Cellulase Digestibility (DMD, DOMD & ME), Crude Fat (EE), Starch & Bulk Density* | 3 days | Assessment of the nutritive value of cereal grains and concentrates,including wheat, oats, barley, maize, triticale, lupins and faba beans. Differs from standard by including measures of fat, starch and bulk density |
| Healthy Horse | $45.48 | Dry Matter & Moisture, Ash & Organic Matter, Neutral Detergent Fibre (NDF), Acid Detergent Fibre (ADF), Crude Protein (CP), Pepsin Cellulase Digestibility (DMD, DOMD & ME), Water Soluble Carbohdyrates (WSC), Ethanol Soluble Carbohydrates (ESC)*, Crude Fat (EE), Starch, calculation of Digestible Energy (DE) for Horses & AFIA fodder grading (where applicable) | 3 days | As above for standard NIR but with additional parameters relevant for feeding horses, including measures of sugar & starch (major components of NSC) to mitigate laminitis and calculation of Horse Digestible Energy (DE) |
* Denotes analyses not covered by the NATA Scope of Accreditation.
1Prices are current as at 1 August 2023. Prices are listed per sample, per submission. Sample preparation charges are additional.
2Turn-Around-Time (TAT) applies from when the sample is received by the laboratory. Listed TAT's are indicative. Please contact the Laboratory Customer Service for actual TAT's at point of submission. TAT for any outsourced analyses is beyond departmental control and may change without notice.
3Denotes analyses which are carried out at DPI AgEnviroLabs - North, Wollongbar Primary Industries Institute.
Abbreviations: DMD - Dry Matter Digestibility, DOMD - Digestibility of the Organic Matter in the Dry Matter
Calculation of Metabolisable Energy (ME) is based on the Australian Fodder Industry Association (AFIA) standard method for ruminants, if a different method is required please contact the lab.
Wet chemistry packages
| Price (inclu. GST)1 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | Price (incl. GST)1 | Description | Indicative TAT2 (working days) | Suitable for |
| NDF & ADF Package | $73.80 | Neutral Detergent Fibre (NDF) & Acid Detergent Fibre (ADF) | 5 days | Analysis of fibre content by sequential NDF & ADF |
| Wet Chemistry Forage | $146.92 | Dry Matter & Moisture, Ash & Organic Matter, Neutral Detergent Fibre (NDF), Acid Detergent Fibre (ADF), Crude Protein (CP), Pepsin Cellulase Digestibility (DMD, DOMD & ME) & Water Soluble Carbohydrates (WSC) | 10 days | Comprehensive analysis of low-fat forages (fresh pastures, grasses, hays, silages, etc.) by wet chemistry |
| Wet Chemistry Feed | $165.98 | Dry Matter & Moisture, Ash & Organic Matter, NDF, ADF, CP, Pepsin Cellulase Digestibility (DMD, DOMD & ME), WSC & Crude Fat (EE) | 10 days | Comprehensive analysis of feeds (mixed rations, meals, seeds, pulps, hulls, pellets, etc.) by wet chemistry, including fat analysis |
| By-Products | $161.65 | Dry Matter & Moisture, Ash & Organic Matter, NDF, ADF, CP, Pepsin Cellulase Digestibility (DMD, DOMD & ME) & Crude Fat (EE) | 10 days | Comprehensive analysis of by-products (cottonseed, spent grain, etc.) by wet chemistry, including fat analysis but not WSC |
| Feedlot | $173.16 | Dry Matter & Moisture, Ash & Organic Matter, NDF, ADF, Crude Fibre (CF)*, Crude Protein (CP), WSC & Crude Fat (EE), Nitrogen-Free Extract (NFE)* & National Feedlot Accreditation Scheme (NFAS) Approved Calculation of ME* | 10 days | Comprehensive analysis of feedlot rations by wet chemistry, including a FLIAC-approved calculation of ME to comply with the AUS-MEAT National Feedlot Accreditation Scheme (NFAS) |
| Liquids | $298.09 | Dry Matter & Moisture, Crude Protein (CP), Urea, Water Soluble Carbohydrates (WSC) & Gross Energy (by bomb calorimeter)* | 10 days | Analysis of liquid supplements (molasses, etc.) for key nutritive attributes, including urea content |
| Meat | $95.78 | Dry Matter & Moisture, Ash & Organic Matter, Crude Protein (CP) & Crude Fat (EE) | 10 days | Analysis of meat for key attributes, crude fat can also serve as a measure of intramuscular fat (IMF) |
| Poultry Feed | $121.35 | Dry Matter & Moisture, Crude Protein (CP), Crude Fat (EE), Water Soluble Carbohydrates (WSC), Starch & calculation of Poultry AME* | 10 days | Analysis of poultry feed to calculate Poultry Apparent Metabolisable Energy (AME) |
| Pig Feed | $134.19 | Dry Matter & Moisture, Ash & Organic Matter, Neutral Detergent Fibre (NDF), Crude Protein (CP), Crude Fat (EE), Starch & calculation of Pig DE* | 10 days | Analysis of pig feed to calculate Pig Digestible Energy (DE) |
| Fish Feed | $101.49 | Dry Matter & Moisture, Crude Protein (CP), Crude Fat (EE), Total Non-Structural Carbohydrates (TNSC) & calculation of Fish DE* | 10 days | Analysis of fish feed to calculate Fish Digestible Energy (DE) |
* Denotes analyses not covered by the NATA Scope of Accreditation.
1Prices are current as at 1 August 2023. Prices are listed per sample, per submission. Sample preparation charges are additional.
2Turn-Around-Time (TAT) applies from when the sample is received by the laboratory. Listed TAT's are indicative. Please contact the Laboratory Customer Service for actual TAT's at point of submission. TAT for any outsourced analyses is beyond departmental control and may change without notice.
3Denotes analyses which are carried out at DPI AgEnviroLabs - North, Wollongbar Primary Industries Institute.
Abbreviations: DMD - Dry Matter Digestibility, DOMD - Digestibility of the Organic Matter in the Dry Matter
Calculation of Metabolisable Energy (ME) is based on the Australian Fodder Industry Association (AFIA) standard method for ruminants, if a different method is required please contact the lab.
Wet Chemistry Tests
| Analysis | Price (incl. GST)1 | Indicative TAT2 (working days) | Additional Info |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acid Detergent Fibre (ADF) - Non-Sequential* | $42.63 | 10 days | Please contact our Laboratory Customer Service team if you require any further information on our suite of tests. P: (02) 6938 1957 or 1800 675 623 - Option 2 E: wagga.labs@dpi.nsw.gov.au Additional tests are available and we can help tailor a testing arrangement to suit your needs. Charges for method development may apply. Additional calculations such as Relative Feed Value (RFV), Total Digestible Nutrients (TDN), and estimates of species-based Digestible Energy (DE) & Metabolisable Energy (ME) can be provided on request at no additional cost. Discounts may apply for large volume submissions. If you require results urgently, please contact our Laboratory Customer Service as we may be able to expedite testing for an additional charge. |
| Acid Detergent Insoluble Crude Protein (ADICP) * | $95.28 | 10 days | |
| Acid Detergent Lignin (ADL)* | $69.94 | 10 days | |
| Acid Insoluble Ash (4N HCI)* | $59.21 | 10 days | |
| Acid Insoluble Ash (ADF + ADL Soln)* | $89.75 | 10 days | |
| Amino Acid Profile* | $247.45 | 10 days | |
| Ammonia Nitrogen in Silage (NH3) | $69.47 | 10 days | |
| Ash/Organic Matter (OM) by Muffle Furnace | $27.44 | 10 days | |
| Buffer Insoluble Crude Protein (BICP)* | $75.20 | 10 days | |
| Bulk Density / Test Weight* | $41.47 | 10 days | |
| Carbon and/or Nitrogen by Dumas Combustion | $38.95 | 10 days | |
| Crude Fat (EE) | $55.05 | 10 days | |
| Crude Fibre (CF)* | $70.53 | 10 days | |
| Crude Protein (CP) | $38.95 | 10 days | |
| D-Lactate & L-Lactate in Rumen Fluid or Silage* | $38.98 | 10 days | |
| Fatty Acid Methyl Esters (FAME)* | $181.06 | 10-15 days | |
| Gross Calorific Value## | $176.11 | 15 days | |
| Kjeldahl Nitrogen (TKN) | $56.80 | 10 days | |
| Neutral Detergent Fibre (NDF / aNDF) | $39.16 | 10 days | |
| Neutral Detergent Insoluble Crude Protein (NDICP)* | $66.15 | 10 days | |
| Nitrate/Nitrite (quantitative)* | $37.25 | 10 days | |
| Non-Protein Nitrogen (NPN)* | $81.02 | 10 days | |
| Pepsin Cellulase Digestibility (incl. Ash/OM, DMD, DOMD, ME) | $99.79 | 10 days | |
| Percent Moisture/solids by Drying Oven | $24.76 | 10 days | |
| Protein Fractions* | $246.57 | 10 days | |
| Prussic Acid (semi-quantitative)* | $58.92 | 10 days | |
| Rumen & Urine Ammonia-N content* | $28.78 | 10 days | |
| Silage pH | $37.42 | 10 days | |
| Starch | $55.39 | 10 days | |
| Starch Gelatinisation* | $91.22 | 10 days | |
| Tannins - Condensed & Total* | $130.87 | 10 days | |
| Tannins - Condensed* | $75.69 | 10 days | |
| Total Phenolics* | $75.55 | 10 days | |
| Total Dietary Fibre# | $277.70 | 15 days | |
| Total Fat (acid hydrolysis)* | $85.98 | 10 days | |
| Total Non-Structural Carbohydrates (TNSC)* | $53.70 | 10 days | |
| Urea | $72.08 | 10 days | |
| Volatile Fatty Acids (VFA) | $73.69 | 10-15 days | |
| Water Soluble Carbohydrates (WSC) | $39.90 | 10 days | |
| Yeast/Mould Count## | $38.76 | 15 days | |
| Yeast/Mould Count + Mycotoxins# | $394.83 | 15 days |
* Denotes analyses not covered by the NATA Scope of Accreditation.
* Denotes analyses which are outsourced to other NATA Accredited facilities.
*Denotes analyses which may be outsourced or conducted in-house.
1Prices are current as at 1 August 2023. Prices are listed per sample, per submission. Sample preparation charges are additional.
2Turn-Around-Time (TAT) applies from when the sample is received by the laboratory. Listed TAT's are indicative. Please contact the Laboratory Customer Service for actual TAT's at point of submission. TAT for any outsourced analyses is beyond departmental control and may change without notice.
Mineral Analyses
| Analysis | Price (incl. GST)1 | Indicative TAT2 (working days) | Additional Info |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Element in Plant | $54.83 | 15 days | Analyses carried out by DPI AgEnviro Labs - North at the Wollongbar Primary Industries Institute. Available elements for analysis are Al, As, B, Ca, Cd, Co, Cr, Cu, Fe, K, Mg, Mn, Mo, Na, Ni, P, Pb, S, Se, Zn. Your mineral analyses can be customised by the number of the elements you need analysed, allowing you to pick and choose to create a tailored package for your needs. DCAD Elements are Na, K, S & Cl, and is particularly important for transition dairy cows and mitigating the risk of developing milk fever after calving. The calculation can be added to any mineral package at no additional cost provided these four elements are present. |
| 2 Elements in Plant | $61.73 | 15 days | |
| 3 Elements in Plant | $46.48 | 15 days | |
| 4 Elements in Plant | $75.52 | 15 days | |
| 5 Elements in Plant | $82.42 | 15 days | |
| 20 Elements by ICP-AES/OES/MS | $117.98 | 15 days | |
| Mercury (Hg) in Plant | $114.35 | 15 days | |
| Chloride (Cl) in Plant | $36.85 | 15 days | |
| Plant Tissue Analysis (N, Cl & 20 elements) | $138.33 | 15 days | |
| Dietary Cation-Anion Difference (DCAD) Elements & Calculation | $65.78 | 15 days | |
| 20 Elements + Chloride & DCAD Calculation | $137.28 | 15 days |
1Prices are current as at 1 August 2023. Prices are listed per sample, per submission. Sample preparation charges are additional.
2Turn-Around-Time (TAT) applies from when the sample is received by the laboratory. Listed TAT's are indicative. Please contact the Laboratory Customer Service for actual TAT's at point of submission. TAT for any outsourced analyses is beyond departmental control and may change without notice.
Analyses Involving Fistulated Cattle
| Common Analyses | Price (incl. GST)1 | Description | Indicative TAT2 (working days) |
|---|---|---|---|
| NDF Digestibility (NDFd) assays* | On request | The laboratory has use of several fistulated cattle allowing ready access to rumen fluid for in vitro or in saccho digestibility assays. Please contact the laboratory to discuss your testing requirements. | On request |
| Tilley & Terry in vitro rumen fluid digestibility* | |||
| In saccho analyses* |
* Denotes analyses not covered by the NATA Scope of Accreditation.
1Prices are current as at 1 August 2023. Prices are listed per sample, per submission. Sample preparation charges are additional.
2Turn-Around-Time (TAT) applies from when the sample is received by the laboratory. Listed TAT's are indicative. Please contact the Laboratory Customer Service for actual TAT's
at point of submission. TAT for any outsourced analyses is beyond departmental control and may change without notice.
Additional Laboratory Service Charges
| Service/Fee | Charges |
|---|---|
| Outsourced Analysis | 100% of external lab pricing + postage/ freight + additional admin time fee |
| Postage / Freight Costs | Charged at full cost recovery |
| Urgent Testing: 1 working day | 100% surcharge added to test cost (Test and workflow dependent) |
| Express Testing: 2-4 working days | 50% surcharge added to test cost (workflow dependent) |
| Express Testing: 5-7 working days | 25% surcharge added to test cost (workflow dependent) |
| Additional Sample Handling4 | $55/hr |
| Additional Admin Time/ Reporting Request5 | $75/hr |
| Return of Samples to Client | Freight + additional sample handling fee |
| Repeat Analysis – Client Request | Repeat test result same as original – client pays full test cost Repeat test result different to original – no charge to client |
1Additional sample handling fees will be charged if samples take longer than an hour to process at submission due to incorrect labelling, poor sorting or receival of damaged/ compromised samples.
2Additional admin time/ reporting request fees will be charged if sample submissions take longer than half an hour to process due to additional client/ outsourced analysis follow-up requirements.
Quotes
Where possible, we work with our clients to negotiate a tailored service. Quotes for specialised or large volume submissions are available upon request. Discounts may apply for large volume submissions.
To request a quote please email the Laboratory Customer Service team with the following information:
- Your contact details
- Your testing requirements including number of samples, time frame and any other important information.
For advice on specialised tests or to obtain a quote please contact the Laboratory Customer Service team.
P: (02) 6938 1957 or 1800 675 623 - Option 2
E: wagga.labs@dpi.nsw.gov.au
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