The following publications cover topics related to Soil and Plant Testing Laboratory. For a complete list of MU Extension publications, visit the main Publications page.
Compost Analysis Information Form
Revised
It is preferable to know the nutrient content of your compost material. Based on the compost analysis you can decrease the amount of fertilizer needed. Complete and submit this form along with your compost samples for analysis.
Soil Sample Information for Field Crops
Revised
To have your soil analyzed, complete and submit this form along with your field crop samples.
Manure Analysis Information Form
Revised
Manure testing is necessary to make optimum use of manure, which is a valuable source of nutrients for crops and improves soil productivity, while protecting water resources. Complete and submit this form along with your manure samples.
Laboratory Analysis of Manure
Reviewed
Laboratory analysis of manure determines nutrient levels—nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium—and moisture content for effective fertilizer use.
ICP Analysis Information Form
Revised
This testing is intended to analyze the nutrient composition of your soil. Complete and submit this form along with your samples.
Recommended Chemical Soil Test Procedures for the North Central Region
Revised
Editor's notes
The following abstract describes a publication that is only available as a downloadable PDF.
This publication is a revision of North Central Regional Research Publication No. 221 (NCR221).
Soil Sampling Hayfields and Row Crops
New
Collecting a representative soil sample is an important step in developing a nutrient plan for your farm. Make smarter management decisions and more efficient use of fertilizer nutrients by learning how to plan and take soil samples from your fields in th
Soil Sampling Pastures
New
Collecting a representative soil sample is an important step in developing a nutrient plan for your farm. The goals of your soil sampling plan should be to
Preplant Nitrogen Test for Adjusting Corn Nitrogen Recommendations
New
A preplant nitrogen test measures soil nitrate and ammonium to adjust fertilizer application for corn, minimizing overuse and environmental impact.
Precision Agriculture: Global Positioning System (GPS)
New
Precision agriculture utilizes GPS technology to enhance farming efficiency through accurate location tracking and data collection.
