How do you get soil tested?
To test your soil pH level, a simple and effective way is to use a home testing kit. A good tip when taking soil samples from your soil is to get a sample from just below the surface for an accurate reading. Another way to test for the pH level is by using an electronic pH meter.
How much does it cost to test soil for lead?
Soil Test Cost Contamination testing, for things like lead, cost anywhere from $15 to $400 each. Environmental sampling, performed by labs, focuses on agriculture and toxins. It reports on what’s in the dirt, such as lead, nitrates, GMOs and overall composition.
What is the mission of the MSU soil testing lab?
The Mississippi State Soil Testing Lab is an Extension unit of the Department of Plant and Soil Sciences. The mission of the Soil Testing Lab is to provide accurate analytical services in a timely manner. With the support of research conducted by MSU faculty members, the Soil Testing Lab provides unbiased nutrient management recommendations.
Where can I get a soil test in Mississippi?
For a few dollars per sample, the Mississippi State University Extension Service Soil Testing Laboratory can tell you the pH, the lime requirement, plant-available phosphorus, plant-available potassium, and the levels of magnesium, zinc, and calcium in your soil, and furthermore, give some suggestions on what to do about them!
How much does a MSU soil test cost?
The Home Lawn and Vegetable Soil Test Mailer can be used to process any type of home soil sample (lawn, vegetable garden, tree, shrub, flower, and tree/small fruit). It is available through the MSUE Bookstore (opens in a new window). The cost of this mailer is $25 + shipping/handling fee.
Is the Mississippi State University Extension Service free?
The Mississippi State University Extension Service is offering another year of free testing for often overlooked nematode pests that frequently cause poor crop performance. Is it time to lime your landscape? You’ve spent all summer planting and maintaining your garden or mowing your lawn and are ready for a break.