CAES services

Environmental testing and identification services

The Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station (CAES) offers testing and identification services across the State.

Use this page to find your next step. Each service helps you:

Find the right office or laboratory
Prepare samples before you visit or send them
Know what to bring and which forms you need
Learn where and how to submit samples

CAES works with plants, soil, insects, ticks, and aquatic invasive species.

Insect Information Office New Haven

Identify insects and similar species. Find issues in plants, homes, and yards. Submit a sample or contact the New Haven office.

Plant Disease Information Office New Haven

Diagnose plant diseases and common issues. Submit a plant sample. Get help from specialists in New Haven.

Soil testing New Haven and Windsor

Test soil samples. Use the results to support gardens, farms, and landscapes. Check the New Haven or Windsor office for instructions on how to submit your sample.

Tick testing services and samples submission

Submit ticks for testing. Follow simple steps to prepare your sample and add the required information. Send or drop off your tick.

Get help, find offices, and report issues

Use these services to find the right office, get help with common issues, or report a problem.

Get help with pests and plant problems

Learn what may affect plants, homes, or yards. Get help from the right service.

Valley Laboratory support services

Contact the Valley Laboratory with questions about plants, insects, and related issues. Submit a sample if needed.

Learn about aquatic invasive species

Learn about invasive species in water. Identify species and report sightings.

Before you visit a CAES office or send a sample

Follow these steps to avoid delays and ensure your sample can be reviewed:

Check office hours and locations
Read instructions for your service
Complete the required form
Bring or send a clear sample

Check locations, hours, and forms

Find forms, submit samples, or check where to go

Get forms and submit a sample

Find the form you need to submit your sample. Follow the steps for the service you require. Send or drop off your sample, then check the service page for details.

Can CAES help? Learn which services we can and can't offer

Check if this service is the right fit for your request. Learn what areas are covered and when another agency may be a better option. Use this page to avoid delays and find the right place to get help.

Meet our partner agencies

Explore our partner agencies that support agriculture, environmental health, and consumer protection in Connecticut.

Associations and related organizations

Find related associations and organizations that offer helpful information and resources. Use these links to explore and connect with groups across Connecticut.