“…The methods for detecting bacteria in seeds must be reproducible, economical, fast (Schaad et al, 2001) and of high sensitivity (Rat, 1988). Several methods have been developed and are available, some being highly sensitive for the detection and identification of this bacteria, such as serology, molecular techniques and flow cytometry (Sheppard et al, 2013;Popovic et al, 2010;Tebaldi et al, 2010;Torres et al, 2009;Tebaldi et al, 2007;Remeeus and Sheppard, 2006;Maringoni et al, 1994;Valarini and Menten, 1992;Van-Vuurde et al, 1983). However, these procedures are not yet available in most laboratories, because they require sophisticated equipment, high costs and, mainly, require specialized training for analysts.…”