"We care about the world and the environment. We’re driven by a need to address important global issues such as sustainably feeding a growing population and security challenges. That’s why we use our original thinking and innovation in developing early stage detection to solve the big issues facing the agri-food industry. "
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Fapas - Proficiency Testing
Globally recognised provider of proficiency tests, running over 400 tests annually across an extensive range of matrices and analytes
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Great Crested Newts Testing
A single sample taken by an ecologist at any time during the newt breeding season can determine their presence or absence, saving you time and money
Our scientists conduct research and development studies to identify ways to improve crop health, yield, efficiency and value. In addition we offer a suite of resources, testing facilities and expertise to help industry to develop sustainable solutions.
Original Thinking...Applied
Undertaking high quality research and monitoring to provide robust evidence, solutions and advice on the epidemiology and control of plant diseases in agriculture, horticulture and the natural environment is at our core.
Research & Development
With over 100 years' experience of delivering pest and disease identification services to a wide range of commercial growers and Government departments, both in the UK and overseas, we understand the needs of our customers.
Our R&D is delivered over three sections, Crop, Pest Management and Pathology, learn more:
Crop R&D Invertebrate Pest Management R&D Pathology R&DGrower Support Tools
Fera has developed a range of tools, online databases and technology to support farmers and growers, to help the agricultural industry produce more crops to feed an ever-growing population more efficiently whilst using fewer resources and pesticides.
Crop monitorLive monitoring of untreated crops & diseases updates
In field diagnosticsRapid in field testing for crop pests & pathogens (Genie III)
LIAISONUK & EU pesticide approvals, label information and maximum residue levels.
HomologaGlobal database of pesticide approvals and maximum residue levels.
Environmental DNA
Environmental DNA (eDNA) has a number of advantages over more traditional methods of sampling for great crested newts, allowing you to sample right up until the end of June. It also requires just a single sample taken by an ecologist at any time during the newt breeding season to determine their presence or absence, giving you the flexibility you need. The tests are quick and easy to perform potentially saving you time and money.
eDNA TestingPlant Clinic
Fera's Plant Clinic is the largest in the UK. Our work supports healthy plants and crops, increasing sustainable food production and protecting the environment.
We can identify plant pests and pathogens found in arable crops, vegetables, trees, ornamental plants, protected edibles, seeds, soft fruit, turf and water.
Read MoreOur Plant Clinic services designed for you:
Crop Testing Nematology Testing Soil Health Unit The Big Soil Community Virology DiagnosisInsect Monitoring
Our insect monitoring capabilities provide the information to assess virus transmission
risk helping growers to target insecticide applications more accurately to
reduce costs and waste, optimise resources and improve yields.
Environmental Planning and Policy
Using data science, risk modelling and environmental expertise to provide policy advice and solutions that help government and industry work sustainably to create more resilient societies, agriculture and ecosystems.
Our work in environmental planning and policy supports government departments, local authorities, retailers, chemical companies, water companies, individual growers and farmers and many other organisations whose work has an impact on the environment.
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