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    • Florida Ag Research
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  • Crops Studied
    • Almond
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    • Leafy Greens
    • Soybean
    • Strawberry
    • Tomato
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  • Ag Contract Research
    • Agronomy
    • Biologicals
    • Biostimulants
    • Entomology
    • Genomics
    • Nematology
    • Plant Pathology
    • Precision Agriculture
  • Facilities
    • Pacific Ag Research
    • Florida Ag Research
    • Michigan Ag Research
  • Crops Studied
    • Almond
    • Brassica
    • Citrus
    • Corn
    • Cucurbit
    • Grape
    • Leafy Greens
    • Soybean
    • Strawberry
    • Tomato
  • About
    • About Ag Metrics Group
    • Our Team
  • News & Updates
  • Contact
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Premier Agricultural Consulting & Research

Ag Metrics Group (formerly Pacific Ag Group) has been a leading American agricultural consulting and contract research organization (CRO) for over 40 years. Our diverse national and international clientele includes manufacturers of new agricultural products, grower cooperatives, and state and federal governments. We serve agricultural communities on the American West Coast, East Coast and Midwest through three regional centers: Pacific Ag Research, Florida Ag Research, and Michigan Ag Research
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Services

Agronomy Research - Ag Metrics Group - soil fumigation and bed prep, John Deere, cultivation

Agronomy

Ag Metrics Group agronomy research involves management of laboratory, greenhouse and field experimentation with a variety of crop inputs for plant health, soil stewardship, and even new farm machinery prototypes.
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Agronomy Research
Biologics Research - Ag Metrics Group - Aphids and Lady Beetle biological control

Biologicals

Ag Metrics Group tests both traditional chemicals and new biologicals. Using biologicals, growers boost yields and protect crops long-term.
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Biologicals Research
Biologics Research - Ag Metrics Group - Aphids and Lady Beetle biological control

Biostimulants

Ag Metrics Group conducts a comprehensive range of biostimulant studies to determine the best rates and use patterns required for best efficacy of product candidates.
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Biostimulants Research
Entomology Research - Ag Metrics Group - Aphids and Lady Beetle biological control

Entomology

Ag Metrics Group entomology provides an uncommonly wide array of insect species testing in laboratory bioassays, greenhouse and field plantings. From our insectaries, we can also augment natural pest pressures when needed to assure field tests are successful.
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​Entomology Research
Plant Pathology Research - Ag Metrics Group - fungal disease on fresh market tomato

Genomics

From Lab to Field: Bridge the Gap in Agronomic Trait Development with Ag Metrics Group.
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Genomics Research
Nematology Research - Ag Metrics Group - Root knot nematode and egg

Nematology

Ag Metrics Group nematology research includes rearing and maintaining a dozen distinct nematode pest species that give our greenhouse and field trials excellent test conditions.
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Nematology Research
Plant Pathology Research - Ag Metrics Group - fungal disease on fresh market tomato

Plant Pathology

Ag Metrics Group  plant pathology  has a broad inventory of current disease pathotypes, qPCR monitoring, and the ability to research international plant diseases in multiple USDA APHIS approved structures nationally.​
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​Plant Pathology Research
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Precision Agriculture

Ag Metrics Group helps clients develop new technologies in precision agriculture from early development through demonstration and adoption. In this program, agricultural best management practices are evaluated using advanced lidar, multispectral, and drone imaging technologies.
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Precision Agriculture Research
Our national research team is comprised of scientists, technicians, and crop consultants that specialize in field and laboratory investigations for the fruit, vegetable and field crop industries. We focus on solving crop production challenges through advanced diagnostics, focused experimentation, and developing new crop production technologies for a diverse clientele. 

Locations

Ag Metrics Group provides a clear R&D advantage by conducting agriscience research in three American regional bases, strategically located in the West (Pacific Ag Research), the Southeast (Florida Ag Research) and the Midwest (Michigan Ag Research).
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From these facilities, our scientists conduct:
  • Pesticide Research
  • Entomological Research
  • Plant Pathology Research
  • Pollinator Research
  • Crop Demonstrations
  • Plant Nematology Research
  • Integrated Pest Management Research
  • ​Biostimulants Research
  • Precision Agriculture
  • Ag Product Development 
  • ​Agronomy Research
  • Regulatory (GLP) Research
  • ​Crop Genetics Development

Crops

Ag Metrics Group has broad experience with dozens of crops in different EPA climate zones given our locations in the West, Southeast and Midwest. Click on a crop below and find out more.
Ag Metrics Group - Fruiting Vegetables - Bell Pepper
Ag Metrics Group - Tree & Vine Fruits - Cherries
Ag Metrics Group - Tree Nuts - Almonds
Ag Metrics Group - Cucurbits & Melons - Watermelon
Ag Metrics Group - Cole Crops - cauliflower
Ag Metrics Group - Leafy Vegetables - lettuce
Ag Metrics Group - Berries - strawberries
Ag Metrics Group - Ornamentals - marigolds
Ag Metrics Group - Field Crops - Soybean
Ag Metrics Group - Forage Crops - peanut
Ag Metrics Group - Other Vegetables - carrots
Ag Metrics Group - Other Crops - Sugar Cane
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Our Team

Frank V. Sances - Pacific Ag Research
Frank V. Sances, PhD
President & Founder
Balaji Aglave - Florida Ag Research
Balaji Aglave, PhD
Pathology & Nematology
​Florida Ag Research

Balaji Aglave - Florida Ag Research
Charlie Boone
Station Manager
​Florida Ag Research

Brian Cortright - Michigan Ag Research
Brian Cortright
Station Manager & Pathology
​Michigan Ag Research
Brad Booker - Pacific Ag Research
Brad Booker
Western Area Manager

​Pacific Ag Research

Oscar Cuevas - Pacific Ag Research
Oscar Cuevas
Operations Manager
Pacific Ag Research

Marja Koivunen - Pacific Ag Research
Marja Koivunen, PhD
Chief Science Officer
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Megan LeBlanc - Ag Metrics Group
Megan LeBlanc, PhD
Reporting Manager
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