Please send the completed order form with the samples. Information on the required sample material (e.g. correct sampling) can be found in the private sample submission information sheet (see download area).

The Department of Apiculture and Bee Protection carries out the tests eligible for funding via the SRL.

Important: When invoicing via the SRL, please send the form with the authorisation note of the regional association. The respective association will be charged the SRL lump sum. Of this, 25 per cent of the costs are deductible for the beekeepers, deviations are possible depending on the national association. The current version of the SRL applies. The costs for beekeepers are therefore significantly lower than the respective standard tariff.

All costs listed here include 20% VAT.
Delivery address for sending samples:
AGES, Department of Apiculture and Bee Protection
Spargelfeldstraße 191
1220 Vienna

Required sample material:

• At least 250 g of honey in a honey jar

The honey sample should be representative of the batch to be tested, so the honey must be thoroughly mixed (homogenised) before filling.

The analysis time is usually a few working days. From the beginning of August to the end of October, it may take a few weeks for the report to be sent due to a higher volume of samples. If you have any questions, please contact: pollenanalyse@ages.at

Eligible according to SRL (package 6)

The lead pollen analysis is carried out as a light microscopic examination in which all pollen forms detected in the honey are identified and 500 pollen grains are counted (in accordance with DIN 10760). Pollen forms that occur in the honey with a percentage share of more than 3 % are listed in the test report as a percentage. All other pollen is listed by name. The test report also contains a photo collage of the pollen found in the honey in addition to an indication of whether the honey is a varietal honey.

Costs per sample:

• 29.10 € Deductible for promotion according to SRL
• 177.48 € AGES standard rate

Eligible according to SRL (package 7).

The full pollen analysis is carried out as a light microscopic examination in which all pollen forms detected in the honey are identified and 1000 pollen grains are counted (in accordance with DIN 10760). All pollen forms are listed by name and given as a percentage. The test report also contains a photo collage of the pollen detected in the honey in addition to an indication of whether the honey is a varietal honey.

Costs per sample:

• 55.40 € Deductible for promotion according to SRL
• 390.60 € AGES standard tariff

If you have any questions, please contact bienen@ages.at

Eligible according to SRL (package 13)

The spores of Paenibacillus larvae, the causative agent of American foulbrood, are detected using the microbiological culture method. The results are given qualitatively (detectable/not detectable). The test procedure for the examination of feed or honey samples is accredited in accordance with ISO/IEC 17025. The examination period is usually one to two weeks.

Required sample material:

• Feed ring sample or honey sample: at least 50 g in a plastic cup or honey jar
• Slurry sample: approx. 5 g in air-permeable packaging with pressure-resistant outer packaging (e.g. paper bag in cardboard box).

Cost per sample:

• 14.28 € Deductible for funding according to SRL
• 101.28 € AGES standard rate
   

Eligible according to SRL (package 14)

The test for BQCV is carried out using PCR. The results are given quantitatively. The test usually takes one to two weeks. A telephone consultation and sample notification is required: 050 555-33127 or 050 555-33122.

Sample material required:

• At least 15 bees in a new queen cage supplied with feed dough (no honey feed dough!)

Cost per sample:

• 24,20 € Deductible for promotion according to SRL
• 143,64 € AGES standard rate

Eligible according to SRL (package 15)

Testing for ABPV and CBPV or DWV type A and type B is carried out using PCR. The results are given quantitatively. The test usually takes one to two weeks. A telephone consultation and sample notification is required: 050 555-33127 or 050 555-33122.

Sample material required:

• At least 15 bees in a new queen cage supplied with feed dough (no honey feed dough!)

Cost per sample:

• 24,25 € Deductible for funding according to SRL
• 205,56 € AGES standard rate

The testing options and prices of the Department of Apiculture and Bee Protection can be found on the price list for tests.
You can find information on the required sample material in the information sheet for private sample submission.
Please send the completed order form with the samples.