Molecular testing is essential to agricultural research in the 21st century. Whole genome sequencing reveals massive information on crop variation while genetic screening enables efficient breeding through marker-assisted selection. These powerful new techniques are used to select for desirable traits in seed stocks and monitor crops at early stages of development. The fruit of this labor is drought-tolerant, high-yield, and disease-resistant crops that save farmers time and money.
AgBio Genetic Testing
Products & Applications
Whether you are predicting desirable traits in progeny, screening for disease susceptibility, or testing crop quality and purity, we offer oligonucleotide components for your genome research in agricultural biotechnology.
| Product* | Technique | Application |
| Dual-Labeled BHQ Probes | Multiplex qPCR | Copy number variation, gene expression analysis, pathogen screening |
| BHQplus Probes | Real-time qPCR | Marker-assisted selection, SNP genotyping, singleplex and multiplexed assay design |
| Custom oligonucleotides | PCR and beyond | Transgene development, next-generation sequencing, and more |
| *Synthesized per custom specifications |
As Seen in the AgBio industry
LGC Biosearch is the only source of BHQ® Probes and BHQPlus® Probes for commercial applications.
BHQ Probes have been used in agricultural biotechnology studies such as:
- Corn research
- Rice research
- Potato potato
- Sugarcane research
- Transgenic plant research
- GMO screening
- E.coli contamination in irrigation systems
- Citrus greening
- Sudden oak death
- Cauliflower mosaic virus
- Brown stem rot in soybeans
- Leaf blotch in barley
- Botrytis bunch rot
- Phytic acid storage in soybeans
- Xanthomonas fragariae infections in strawberries
- Nosema ceranae infections in bees
- Botrytis cinerea infections in grapes
Why Choose LGC Biosearch?
With decades of industry experience, LGC Biosearch Technologies excels in the manufacture of sophisticated oligonucleotides for genetic methods. As the inventor of the Black Hole Quencher® (BHQ®), CAL Fluor®, and Quasar® dyes, We have proven expertise in the synthesis of fluorescent-labeled probes for gene expression analysis, SNP genotyping, and fluorescent in-situ hybridization (FISH). Take your genome research to the next level with custom oligo formulations from LGC Biosearch.
Our responsive and knowledgeable customer service and technical support teams are available for consultation, to guide you through the process of assay design and oligo ordering They are dedicated in making sure that you are truly satisfied with your order from start to finish. Feel free to contact info@biosearchtech.com with questions regarding products offered by LGC Biosearch Technologies.