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Kansas Value Added Foods Lab

Kansas Value Added Foods Lab
Kansas State University
203 Call Hall
1530 Mid-Campus Drive North
Manhattan, KS 66506

785-532-1294
785-532-3295 fax
kvafl@ksu.edu

 

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Fees, Information, and Client Paperwork 

Kansas Value Added Foods LabDear Valued Client,

Thank you for contacting the Kansas Value Added Foods Lab (KVAFL) at Kansas State University.  

The links below will provide you with information about our services, fees and forms to fill out to provide us with your information.

KVAFL Information

We offer a wide variety of services, including, but not limited to:

  • Nutrition Facts Panel Generation and Ingredients Listing
  • Chemical and Physical Testing: pH (acidity), Brix (percent solids), Aw (water activity), Color Analysis, Microbiological Testing
  • Process Authority services
  • Educational Opportunities for Food Processors such as HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points)

Please review this web page for important information on our services and in-state and out-of-state pricing prior to sending any products to the KVAFL. 

For more information about our services, please visit our website (ksre.k-state.edu/kvafl) which describes the value-added services available at Kansas State University Research and Extension. Our services to our Kansas clients are at greatly reduced costs thanks to support from the Kansas Department of Agriculture (KDA).  

Under Kansas laws, food processed for retail sales must be manufactured in a facility inspected and approved by the KDA. For more information, go to www.agriculture.ks.gov/fsl or contact KDA at (785) 564-6767 or KDA.FSL@ks.gov

From the Land of Kansas is a benefit-based program, offered by KDA, for Kansas companies to help market and sell Kansas-made products. Enrolling in this program will give you access to reduced prices for many of our services. If you wish to become part of this program or have questions about the various membership benefits, contact the From the Land of Kansas team at (785) 564-6759 or www.fromthelandofkansas.com

If you have any questions, please contact us via e-mail (kvafl@ksu.edu) or call at  (785) 532-1294.  We look forward to working with you in the future.

Sincerely,

Dr. Kelly Getty

Kelly Getty, Ph.D.
Co-Director
Kansas Value Added Foods Lab

     

Karen Blakeslee

Karen Blakeslee, M.S.
Co-Director
Kansas Value Added Foods Lab

 

From the Land of Kansas program

From the Land of KansasKansas companies are eligible to enroll in the From the Land of Kansas program sponsored by the Kansas Department of Agriculture. This program can help promote your business, big or small, and even help sell your products! 

Go to the From the Land of Kansaswebsite to learn eligibility requirements, benefits, and how to enroll.

When you enroll, you must specifically request services from the Kansas Value Added Foods Lab to receive a 30% discount off of our fees.

Grape and Wine Institute - University of Missouri

The GWI Service Laboratory at the University of Missouri analyzes grape juice, wine, and cider samples to support the production of high-quality products across the state. They will also analyze Kombucha products. Customers have access to analytical data as well as consulting through the extension mission of the Grape and Wine Institute.

Contact:

Connie Liu
Email: liugw@missouri.edu
Phone: 573-882-4972

KVAFL Client & Product Information Form

Use the KVAFL Client & Product Information Form to provide us with your information and complete information about each product, including formula and processing information. Please use one form for each product.

Please send us the paperwork prior to sending any products. We will provide you with shipping information and reminders of what to send to us. We accept cash, check or cashier's check ONLY.

KVAFL Client & Product Information Form

Please contact us at kvafl@ksu.edu or 785-532-1294 with any questions.

Our Prices

Effective July 1, 2023

Service

Includes

What to Send

Test Duration

Kansas Pricing

Non-Kansas Pricing

Process Authority & Labeling
  • pH
  • Water Activity
  • Nutrition Facts Panel
  • Ingredient Statement
  • Allergen Statement
  • Sodium Content
  • Process Authority Letter*
  • 2 samples from 3 separate batches of product (6 total)
  • 1 sample without any added acidifying agents
  • Completed copy of this paperwork with payment
  • Call to confirm the number of samples
4-6 weeks$200 
per product
$400 
per product
Process Authority ONLY
  • pH
  • Water Activity
  • Process Authority Letter*
  • 2 samples from 3 separate batches of product (6 total)
  • 1 sample without any added acidifying agents
  • Completed copy of this paperwork with payment
  • Call to confirm the number of samples
4-6 weeks$150 
per product
$300
per product
Nutrition Labeling ONLY
  • Nutrition Facts Panel
  • Ingredient Statement
  • Allergen Statement
  • Sodium Content
  • Call for instructions on how many samples to send
  • Client & Product Information Sheet
  • Formula Sheet
3-4 weeks$150 
per product
$300
per product
Individual Physical Testing
  • pH
  • Water Activity
  • Sodium Content
  • % Brix 
  • Moisture Content
  • Gluten Content
  • % Alcohol content
  • Other requests
  • Call for instructions on how many samples to send
  • Completed copy of paperwork with payment
  • Cost is per product
2-3 weeks


$20
$20
$20
$20
$20
$100
$150
Call for Pricing


$40
$40
$40
$40
$40
$200
$300
Call for Pricing

Microbial Analysis
  • Total plate count
  • Yeast and Mold
  • E. coli/Coliforms 
  • Call for instructions on how many samples to send
  • Completed copy of paperwork with payment
  • Cost will be invoiced after analysis
Product DependentProduct DependentProduct Dependent
Shelf Life Study
  • Microbial Analysis
  • Basic sensory analysis
  • Physical/chemical Analysis
    • pH
    • Water Activity
    • Sodium Content
    • Texture Analysis
  • Call for instructions on how many samples to send
  • Completed copy of paperwork with payment
  • Cost will be invoiced after analysis
Product DependentProduct DependentProduct Dependent

*Process Authority Letters are required for unique recipes. Any changes in recipe or process makes a unique recipe.

Please be aware that your company is solely responsible for the content and accuracy of your labeling and Kansas State University assumes no liability for your use of the nutrition facts labels. By submitting this application and engaging us to calculate the labels, you expressly agree to hold harmless and indemnify Kansas State University, the State of Kansas, the Kansas Board of Regents, and all their agents, officers, and employees, from all claims, demands, and causes of action of any kind that may arise as a result of its performance of these activities.

Confidentiality Notice: All formulas, concepts, ideas, and/or other intellectual property of KVAFL clients shall remain confidential, and will not be used by KVAFL employees, or other Kansas State University students, for personal gain unless agreed upon by both parties.