Fees, Information, and Client Paperwork

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 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) and Better Process Control School.

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.

This website 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 fromthelandofkansas@ks.gov . You must request our services to get a reduced cost on our services.

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

Kansas 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 Kansas website 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 your information and complete information about each product, including formula and processing information. Use one form for each product.

Nutrition labels are generated using a labeling software program and your formula. If your product requires specific analytical nutritional analysis, we let you know.

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.

KVAFL Client & Product Information Form

Word version - form fillable
PDF version - form fillable

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

Our Prices

We require payment for most services prior to work being completed. We accept cash, check or cashier's check ONLY.

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 Label 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 Dependent	Product Dependent	Product 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 Dependent	Product Dependent	Product 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.