DNA Extraction

The Mag Pro range delivers high-quality magnetic bead-based DNA extraction kits specifically engineered for plant DNA extraction and seed DNA extraction workflows. The reagents enable fast, consistent purification with reliable yields – ideal for labs needing scalable, repeatable results across diverse plant species and seed types.

The Mag Pro DNA Extraction Range

The Mag Pro genomic DNA extraction kit range enables efficient extraction of genomic DNA from diverse sample types, including fresh or frozen leaf and other plant and seed tissues.

The DNA generated through this reliable nucleic acid purification process is suitable for PCR, real-time PCR, SNP genotyping, next-generation sequencing, and other downstream applications requiring high yield and purity.

The consistently high-purity DNA produced by Mag Pro kits is ideal for automated pipetting workflows, supporting accurate and scalable PCR and genotyping reaction setup.

Easy DNA Extraction from Plants and Seeds

Mag Pro kits use phenol- and chloroform-free protocols, improving safety while maintaining DNA integrity and purity.

They can be run on the MagC 9600 Automated Nucleic Acid Extraction System (or similar platforms) using the supplied automated extraction protocol or performed manually at bench scale with the Manual Protocol.

All Products

Efficiently extract high-quality DNA from fresh or frozen plant tissues. Ideal for genotyping, breeding, and molecular biology workflows, automated or manual.

High-yield, high-purity DNA extraction from seeds with streamlined automation or manual workflows.

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FAQ:

What samples can the Mag Pro DNA extraction kits be used with?

Mag Pro kits are optimised for plant and seed samples including leaf tissue, seed material (whole, chips or ground seeds), sprouts, roots and other plant tissue.

Are Mag Pro kits suitable for high-throughput workflows?

Yes. The magnetic bead chemistry and simple protocol enable rapid processing in 96-well formats, making the kits ideal for automated or semi-automated workflows.

What downstream applications is the extracted DNA compatible with?

The purified DNA is compatible with PCR, qPCR, SNP genotyping, NGS and most other downstream applications that require high purity DNA samples.

Do the kits work with high inhibitor content plant tissues?

Yes. Mag Pro reagents are developed specifically to handle polysaccharide-rich, polyphenol-rich and difficult seed/plant matrices that commonly inhibit downstream applications.

Do I need specialised equipment to run Mag Pro extractions?

The kit is suitable for manual and automated extractions. Only a magnetic separation device is required. Automated platforms can further increase speed and consistency, but manual workflows are fully supported.

Can I scale from small pilot batches to routine production runs?

Yes. Mag Pro reagents are validated for both low-throughput and high-throughput environments, from R&D bench work to routine screening and breeding workflows.

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Steve AsquithManaging Director
Steve began his career in the Genetics Division of GlaxoSmithKline, as part of the team establishing GSK’s high-throughput core genotyping laboratory. Steve joined KBioscience when it was first founded in 2002 and was a key driver in taking the company from a small start-up to a multi-national service laboratory, quickly growing the company’s revenue to over $7.5M p.a. Following the acquisition of Kbioscience by LGC in 2011, Steve was appointed Global Director of Operations for LGC Genomics, responsible for over 100 staff in Europe and N. America, successfully elevating the genotyping products and service business. Steve held a crucial leadership role until he left in 2016. In 2017 Steve joined forces with John Holme to create 3CR Bioscience, a new company with a mission to deliver outstanding, customer-focused genotyping products with innovation and affordability at its core.
Dr. John HolmeTechnical Director

John joined KBioscience shortly after it was founded, in 2003, and became Head of Technical Development, building the company’s genotyping and DNA extraction product portfolio and service delivery until 2011 when it was acquired by LGC. Post-acquisition, John was appointed Head of Technical Group for LGC Genomics, in charge of all Research & Development and Technical Support activities for the company. In this role John continued to build on the high-quality products and services provided to the companies growing customer base.

During the 19 years John has worked in commercial R&D, he has co-invented numerous highly successful products including PACE®, ProbeSure, KASP™, KlearKall, KlearGene, KlearAmp and KlearTaq™, creating breakthrough offerings in genotyping and extraction and generating huge revenues for the companies he has worked in. In 2017, he joined forces with Steve Asquith and started 3CR Bioscience. John is dedicated to developing outstanding, innovative genotyping products and providing the very best technical support to customers globally.

Dr. Nisha JainOperations Director

Nisha has been innovating since the start of her career at Geneform Technologies developing Iso-thermal Genotyping Technologies. Nisha joined KBioscience in 2008, as Senior R&D Scientist and key account Technical Support Scientist, developing KASP and Klearkall performance and coinventing two further versions of KASP.

Nisha has more than 15 years’ experience working in molecular biology and genotyping technologies, with extensive experience in the areas of R&D, Quality Assurance and Customer Technical Support. She has technically assisted many giants of the industry with their protocol development and troubleshooting and continues to deliver high-quality support and guidance. In 2018, Nisha joined 3CR Bioscience as Operations Director where she continues to develop PACE and ProbeSure for an increasing range of applications, and to grow 3CR Bioscience’s new product pipeline. Nisha is dedicated to developing outstanding, innovative genotyping products and providing the very best technical support to customers globally.

Nazma SaffinGeneral Manager
For 20 years Nazma Saffin has worked and gained extensive expertise within the genotyping sector. Working at Kbioscience and then LGC, she has held operational leadership posts responsible for manufacturing and laboratory services. With experience of ISO 9001 implementation, production scale up and LEAN operations, Nazma has successfully led highly profitable production departments. Joining 3CR Bioscience in 2022, Nazma is committed to delivering operational excellence.
Greig PollandAutomation and Support Manager

Greig is a hands-on automation specialist and team leader with a strong background in laboratory and industrial automation. He has spent over 25 years developing, installing, and supporting automated systems that transformed laboratory workflows. During this time, Greig worked closely with scientists and engineers to tailor automation solutions for genotyping and molecular biology, an experience that sparked his lasting passion for combining technology with practical science.

Since then, Greig has built on that foundation through leadership roles where he leads automation and support operations. He’s known for being approachable, commercially minded, and deeply committed to helping teams and customers get the best from their technology.

Whether managing a complex automation rollout or helping a customer troubleshoot in real time, Greig brings a thoughtful, collaborative approach that keeps people ,not just machines, at the centre of what he does.