Soil Test with Analysis & Recommendations

Includes:

  • Soil Test from Logan Labs showing soil mineral profile
  • Analysis of soil test results by a NOFA/Mass Technical Assistance Provider
  • Recommendations of amendments to use, and a management strategy based on results

Price is per soil sample

About this service

Everything included in Analysis and Recommendations, but also includes the fee for soil testing through Logan Labs. Collect your sample at home and we’ll provide you a form to submit directly to Logan Labs. We’ll interpret your soil test and provide clear recommendations on what amendments to apply and when. We’ll support the development of your production plan, utilizing what you have on hand and advising on what you may still need.

Sample test report

Sample analysis

Next steps

  1. Complete the Soil Services Request Form and submit it
  2. Note the number of samples on the form if you are submitting more than one (pricing is per sample)
  3. Collect your soil sample [Step-by-step instructions]
  4. Mail in your soil sample to Logan Labs 
  5. Seven to ten days after Logan Labs receives your soil sample(s), Logan Labs will email your soil test results to NOFA/Mass and the email address you provided on the worksheet
  6. Email your soil health test results to: soilhealth@nofamass.dreamhosters.com
  7. Once received, NOFA/Mass will prepare a custom analysis and soil amendment recommendations tailored to your growing space

Why we recommend this service

A soil chemical test for soil nutrients is an essential component of well managed soils. Our analysis of your soil chemical test will help you:

  • Learn whether your soil has optimal, deficient, or excessive levels of macro and micronutrients necessary for healthy crops
  • Apply amendments to address imbalances shown on a soil test
  • Protect the environment by reducing excess fertilizer inputs that cause runoff and waterway pollution
  • Save money by only applying what is needed