1. Rapid diagnostic kits provide simple testing techniques and safe solutions for the detection and elimination of pathogens found in plants, seeds and agricultural crops.

2. Rapid tests can be used to detect samples for bacteria, fungi, viruses or harmful chemicals or toxins in ensuring food safety for animal and human consumption.

3. Test-kits identifies microbial contaminants faster, is more convenient, sensitive and specific than conventional assays. It can help in the prevention of disease spread since large numbers of plant samples can be inspected on-site.

The need for consistent crop yields, food safety and  environmental acceptability of crop protection products is  driving innovation in agriculture.

4. Growers, producers, and crop consultants can use plant pathogen kits to make  informed decisions about treatment options, test stock plants before propagating or test their produce for export in meeting regulatory requirements.

5. Pesticide residues in water and food can be tested cost-efficiently. Crops susceptible to diseases such as pepino mosaic virus, e.g. tomatoes, melons, peppers and ornamentals can be tested without waiting for lab results.