Commercial Soil Tests

Thank you for your interest in soil testing. The soil testing procedure for, residential, agricultural, wildlife, and commercial soil analysis through MSU is undergoing upgrades and changes. We are anticipating the new procedures to be in place this spring. Until then, MSU Extension encourages landowners to utilize commercial soil testing labs until our streamlined soil sample submittal and testing procedures are finalized.

MSU Extension soil fertility recommendations for crop nutrients and lime, can still be obtained through our on-line MSU Fertilizer Recommendation Program, https://www.canr.msu.edu/fertrec/. MSUE educators and fertility specialists are available to answer your soil fertility and management questions.

Soil Labs:

A&L Labs: https://algreatlakes.com/ (260) 483-4759

Midwest Lab: https://midwestlabs.com/ (402) 334-7770

New Age Labs: https://newagelaboratories.com/agriculture-soil-testing/ (269) 637-5658

Home & Garden Self-mailer kits

Thank you for your interest in soil testing! The residential soil testing program for home lawns and gardens is expected to resume by early spring 2023.

Clarksville Research Center

Events

Apr 14

Citizen Planner Antrim County Hybrid Program 2026

April 14, 2026 – May 19, 2026 Helena Township Hall at 8751 Helena Rd., Alden, MI 49612

This six-session series covers land use education and training. The course is intended for local appointed and elected officials, zoning administrators and interested citizens.
Apr 15

Diabetes Self-Management Workshop

April 15, 2026 – May 20, 2026 Wednesdays from 1:00-3:00 PM ET Online

Diabetes Self-Management Workshop is a six-week self-management workshop designed to help people take an active role in managing their diabetes.
Apr 21

Make the Most of Your Market Livestock Project

April 21, 2026 – May 19, 2026 All sessions begin at 6:30 PM EST and end at 7:30 PM EST Zoom

Designed for youth ages 8-19, this engaging webinar series covers everything you need to succeed at livestock auctions.
Apr 21

Make the Most of Your Market Animal Project Webinar Series

April 21, 2026 – May 19, 2026

Designed for youth ages 8-19, this engaging webinar series covers everything you need to succeed at livestock auctions. Topics include marketing and communication to record keeping, goal setting, and understanding break-even points.
Apr 23

Citizen Planner Livingston County Classroom Program 2026

April 23, 2026 – June 4, 2026 Livingston County Public Safety Complex at 1911 Tooley Rd., Howell, MI 48855

This six-session series covers land use education and training. The course is intended for local appointed and elected officials, zoning administrators and interested citizens.