Incoming seed is examined to determine embryo count to help decide how much seed should be sown, and/or which capsule would be the best to sow. Permanent sample slides are also prepared. Each separate package of seed is examined because these are generally from separate capsules, which is what we request from our donors.

Seed Assay Number:		6937
Packet Code Number:		1A06937RZ
Harvest date:		01/05/2014
Received as:		Dry seed
Date Received:		01/10/2014
Number of Capsules Combined:		1
Comments:		Packet received was folded wax paper envelope. Seed appears clean and debris-free. Seed is pale yellow to the naked eye, and free flowing. Only a small quantity of seed was received, so no sample was taken in order to conserve it. Color of dry seed suggests that embryos may be present.
Photo is of dry seed adhering to tape used to recover the seed from the packet. Photographed with transmitted light. Scale    1 mm or 0.040 inches   Photo by Lacey Hulst Photo is of dry seed adhering to tape used to recover the seed from the packet. Photographed with reflected light. Scale    1 mm or 0.040 inches   Photo by Lacey Hulst