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

Aug 18

Mindfulness for Better Sleep Online Series

August 18, 2025 – September 30, 2025 Zoom

Mindfulness has been shown to reduce stress-related symptoms such as worry, depression, physical tension, and may be helpful in managing chronic conditions. Participants will also learn techniques to improve the quality and quantity of their sleep.
Aug 19

Seed Treatment Webinar: Use Rate Calculations

August 19, 2025 – August 26, 2025 Online

These one-hour webinars will cover different topics about applying pesticides to seeds. One RUP credit per webinar is available in 1A, 4, or private core.
Aug 19

8/19-8/21/25 Virtual Youth Mental Health First Aid for Rural Communities

August 19, 2025 – August 21, 2025 Zoom

The 8/19/25 & 8/21/25 Virtual Youth Mental Health First Aid certification course is for adults 18 years and older who hope to learn how to assist youth experiencing a mental health challenge or crisis.
Aug 21

2025 Dirt to Glass: Elevating Michigan Wine from the Ground Up

August 21, 2025 – August 22, 2025 The Cathedral Barn at Historic Barns Park, 1500 Red Drive, Traverse City, MI 49684

Dirt to Glass™ 2025 takes place August 21 and 22 in Traverse City, Michigan. Designed to empower growers, winemakers, and industry professionals, Dirt to Glass is not just a conference—it’s a catalyst for transformation in the Michigan wine industry.
Aug 22

MSU Christmas Tree 2025 Field Day

August 22, 2025 1:00PM – 4:00PM W.K. Kellogg Experimental Forest Station 7060 N. 42nd St. Augusta, MI 49012

Join the MSU Christmas Tree Team for an in-person field day event.