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SOIL TESTING        
  A University of Missouri Soil Test promises exceptional test quality.  You will receive with your results recommendations made by trained and experienced specialists.  Also included is the  specialists'  willingness to answer questions about the soil test results as well as trained Master Gardeners who will gladly assist with lawn & gardening questions.

Did you know . . .

       over application of fertilizers wastes money, ruin plants, and pollutes the water.

Soil testing tells you:

  • What nutrients are available in your soil
  • Provides recommendations to correct existing problems

A "basic" or "regular" soil test provides:

  • pH level (acidity or alkalinity)
  • Phosphorus level
  • Potassium level
  • Calcium level
  • Magnesium level
  • Organic matter percent
  • Recommendations for corrective treatment

GETTING RESULTS

The Soil & Plant testing Laboratory at the University of Missouri will test samples.  The results will be forwarded to the Platte County Extension office, where the horticulture specialist will provide individual recommendations.

Results will be mailed directly to you about two weeks after submitting the sample.

For questions about cost, call us at 816-270-2141 or e-mail platteco@missouri.edu.

Helpful links:

Soil & Plant Testing Lab

Garden, landscape & lawn soil testing

Field crop soil testing

Interpreting your soil test results for lawns & gardens

University of Missouri Extension Platte County University of Missouri Extension Center
E-mail: platteco@missouri.edu
Address: 11724 NW Plaza Circle, Suite 300, Kansas City, MO 64153
Phone: (816) 270-2141 | FAX: (816) 270-2512
Site Maintainer:  Sharen Hunt
Last revised: 05/08/06