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

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Michigan Cottage Food Law

July 14, 2025 – December 10, 2025 Zoom Webinar

The Michigan Cottage Food Law, Food safety practices related to producing cottage foods and how to start a cottage food business.
Jul 16

Online Guiding Principles for Highly Successful Parenting Webinar Series - July-August 2025

July 16, 2025 – August 13, 2025 11:30am-1:00pm ET online

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Hunting and Conservation Series

July 22, 2025 – August 10, 2025 Zoom & In-person

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4-H Great Lakes and Natural Resources Camp 2025

July 27, 2025 – August 2, 2025 Camp Chickagami 6952 Kauffman Rd, Presque Isle, MI 49777

Learn about the Great Lakes and Natural Resources in this MSU pre-college program. It could be the highlight of your summer -it could even change your life!