Before applying fertilizer or any other soil amendment, it's a good idea to see what the soil already contains. That way you ...

To grow good plants, you need good soil. The only way to tell what your soil really needs is to take a soil test. Applying too much fertilizer could be detrimental to your plants. You could waste ...

Agricultural soil testing is critical to determining soil’s nutrient concentration and variability across your fields. It is ideal to test your fields’ soil at least every two to three years to inform ...

Testing for toxic chemicals and heavy metals is available in Los Angeles County from philanthropic groups, researchers, and ...

Wildfire survivors across Los Angeles County are discovering that the most dangerous consequence from a wildfire isn’t always visible. Lead, arsenic, and other toxic metals could be hiding deep in ...

The Penn State Extension of Berks County Master Gardeners will be featuring questions and answers to inquiries received through their Garden Hotline. As spring is approaching, the Garden Hotline has ...

There’s no need to guess what your garden needs for optimal results. Take a soil test this spring to create the right conditions for your garden from the start. A simple soil test will help prevent ...

Discover why you should test your soil in January, with insights from a garden expert. Get ahead of the growing season by ...

The rustling of leaves and the crisp chill in the air are a clear indicator that fall has officially begun. With crops slowly coming in off the fields, now is a good time to start thinking about soil ...

Vanderburgh County Purdue Extension office provides Soil Testing Services to residents in the Tri-State area. You may bring a sample to our office and it will be sent off for testing to a lab located ...