The following publications cover topics related to Soil Health Assessment Center. For a complete list of MU Extension publications, visit the main Publications page.
Permanganate Oxidizable Carbon (POXC): A Sensitive Indicator of Reactive Soil Carbon
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Permanganate oxidizable carbon is a widely used indicator for assessing the reactive fraction of total soil organic carbon.
Questions to Diagnose Crop Nutrient Deficiencies
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This guide offers a structured set of diagnostic questions that can steer the conversation and help pinpoint nutrient-related problems.
When More Is Less: How Excess Nutrients Can Cause Deficiencies in Crops
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Although nutrients are vital for plant development, applying too much of one can unintentionally trigger subtle, yet significant, deficiencies in others.
Soil Organic Carbon: A Foundational Indicator of Soil Health
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Soil organic carbon is a driver of the biological, chemical and physical processes for soil productivity and is a metric for evaluating changes in soil health.
Interpreting Soil Health Test Report: A Guide for Missouri Farmers
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This guide is designed to help Missouri farmers interpret the Soil Health Test Report provided by the University of Missouri – Soil Health Assessment Center.
Soil Sampling Depth and Collection Techniques for Soil Fertility and Soil Health Testing
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Soil testing is an important cornerstone of sound nutrient management and comprehensive soil health assessment.
Getting Started With Soil Health Testing in Missouri
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Learn how to assess soil health in Missouri with proper sampling methods and testing protocols.