Botanical Macrofossil Analysis (Plant Remains)

Plant macrofossils
Assessing macrofossils under a microscope

Material such as cereal grains and weed seeds (plant macrofossils) are found on most archaeological sites. They are most commonly preserved by charring or waterlogging, although mineral replacement and dessication (usually in standing buildings) can also occur. Plant macrofossils provide information relating to diet, arable farming, the keeping of livestock, introduction of non-indigenous plants, the reconstruction of local environments as well as many other aspects of past human behaviour and environmental impact.

At ARS Ltd we have experience of plant macrofossil recovery and analysis and can provide a complete service that includes:

For further details please contact our Palaeoenvironmental Services Manager using this link.

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