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Our Services

What We Offer

SoilBiome.ai provides tailored, full-service soil microbiome sequencing solutions — from sample collection kits to AI-enhanced actionable insights.

16S/ITS Amplicon Sequencing

Targeted 16S rRNA and ITS region sequencing for precise bacterial and fungal community profiling with species-level taxonomic resolution.

Shotgun Metagenomics

Whole-genome sequencing of entire microbial communities revealing taxonomic composition, functional potential, and metabolic pathway analysis.

AI Bioinformatics

Machine learning-powered analysis pipelines generating interactive reports with taxonomic heatmaps, diversity indices, and functional annotations.

Pathogen Screening

Rapid detection and identification of soil-borne pathogens using custom assay panels, qPCR validation, and NGS confirmation.

Longitudinal Monitoring

Scheduled sampling programmes tracking microbiome changes over time with trend analysis and early warning indicators for soil health decline.

Soil Health Indexing

Correlate microbial profiles with agronomic indicators to generate composite soil health scores and management recommendations.

Rhizosphere Profiling

Specialised root-zone microbiome analysis revealing plant-microbe interactions, mycorrhizal associations, and nutrient cycling dynamics.

Custom Research

Bespoke experimental designs, primer development, and specialised bioinformatics workflows for academic and commercial research projects.

Our Methodology

Cutting-edge sequencing technology and validated protocols power every stage of our soil microbiome analysis pipeline.

DNA Extraction

Optimised extraction protocols for diverse soil matrices — clay, sand, peat, and organic soils. Strict cold-chain handling with processing within 48 hours of collection for maximum DNA integrity.

Library Preparation

Targeting bacterial 16S rRNA (V3-V4), fungal ITS1/ITS2, and archaeal 16S regions. Shotgun library prep for functional metagenomics using Illumina and Oxford Nanopore platforms.

Next-Gen Sequencing

Illumina MiSeq/NovaSeq for high-throughput amplicon and shotgun sequencing. Oxford Nanopore MinION for real-time, field-deployable long-read analysis where rapid results are needed.

AI Bioinformatics

QIIME2 and custom ML pipelines for taxonomic classification, alpha/beta diversity analysis, functional gene prediction (PICRUSt2), and interactive cloud-based reporting dashboards.

WHY CHOOSE US

The SoilBiome Advantage

Capability SoilBiome.ai Typical Provider
Full 16S + ITS + Shotgun Pipeline
AI-Powered Taxonomic Classification
Oxford Nanopore Real-Time Field Sequencing
Predictive Soil Health Modelling
Rhizosphere-Specific Profiling
Soil Pathogen Detection & Alert System
Interactive Cloud Analytics Portal
Longitudinal Microbiome Monitoring
Standard Amplicon Sequencing (16S only)
48-Hour Express Turnaround

Quality Assurance

Rigorous protocols at every stage ensure reliable, reproducible microbiome data you can trust.

Sample Handling

  • Standardised sampling kits with stabilisation buffer
  • Cold-chain logistics with temperature monitoring
  • Positive and negative extraction controls
  • GPS-logged sample metadata for spatial analysis
  • Triplicate sampling protocols for statistical power

Laboratory Protocols

  • Dedicated pre- and post-PCR clean rooms
  • Validated assays with established detection limits
  • Dual-platform sequencing (Illumina + Nanopore)
  • Mock community controls for classification accuracy
  • Data management following FAIR principles

Reporting Standards

  • Interactive HTML reports with drill-down capability
  • Alpha and beta diversity statistical analysis
  • Functional gene pathway annotations
  • Clear, actionable soil management recommendations
  • Raw data delivery in standard bioinformatics formats

Client Support

  • Dedicated project manager for each engagement
  • Custom sampling design consultation
  • Results interpretation webinar with our scientists
  • Ongoing monitoring programme design
  • Integration with existing farm management systems

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