Understanding Your Soil Test Report: A Practical Guide to MU Soil & Plant Testing Laboratory Results and Recommendations
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"Soil test reports are designed to translate laboratory measurements into practical nutrient and lime decisions. When sampling is consistent, and the correct crop and yield goal are selected, a soil test report can help you identify which nutrients are most likely to limit yield or quality, avoid unnecessary fertilizer inputs, and track soil fertility trends over time. Use this guide to: • confirm that your sample and report settings match your field, lawn, or garden (depth, units, crop, yield goal if required); • understand the major sections of the MU soil test report (soil test results, ratings, and recommendations); • interpret pH and acidity measures (pH, buffer pH, neutralizable acidity) and how they affect lime recommendations; • prioritize where fertilizer response is most likely; • utilize updated submission guidance for Extension office entries under the complete (regular) package; and • follow two examples of MU soil test reports (field crops first and horticultural crops second) using the attached sample reports." -- first page
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