In February 2002, Mid-West Seed Services, Inc. (MWSS) became the first U.S.-based independent seed-testing laboratory to achieve ISO9001 certification. MWSS quality policy is to provide quick, accurate, and diagnostic seed and grain testing services. The quality system assists in meeting customer needs and strives to continually improve the system and deliver the highest level of service possible.

The ISO9000 series of standards has become an international reference for quality requirements in business, and is compatible in industries from seed testing to manufacturing. The MWSS quality system contains details of standard laboratory protocols, training of employees, customer input and continual improvement of the system. Every employee has been part of the process through writing and revising procedures and training to earn this certification. Mid-West Seed Services, Inc. is proud of their employees and this achievement.

The laboratories of MWSS continue to be involved in the International Seed Testing Association’s (ISTA) proficiency testing program and are working towards ISTA laboratory accreditation in the coming year. The quality system is continually tested by internal and external blind check sources, USDA and professional association proficiency testing, and internal and external audits.