The laboratory analyzes soil for nutrient content and fertility status and provides recommendations for economical, environmentally safe, and balanced fertilizer and lime applications to farmers, home owners, vegetable and fruit growers, golf course superintendents, and lawn and landscape specialists.

Special soil tests for nutrient management plans and for addressing environmental issues are also provided.

The lab also analyzes potting mixes for nursery growers. Plant tissue analysis can be requested for field crops, ornamentals, vegetables, fruits and turfs.

Other services include compost testing, manure analysis, and water testing for domestic, irrigation, poultry and livestock suitability.

Other diagnostic services

Plant Diagnostic Clinic
The clinic identifies insects, diseases and weeds, and provides management solutions for these problems.
Plant Nematology Laboratory
The laboratory examines soil and plant samples qualitatively and quantitatively for the presence of plant parasitic nematodes. Recommendations are provided for management strategies.

Updated 12/15/08