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Soil #824276

Asked April 03, 2023, 8:16 AM EDT

How or where can I get my garden soil tested?

Ingham County Michigan

Expert Response

We are excited to announce the April 3, 2023 launch of a new soil sample program for Michigan residents. Clients will have the opportunity to purchase soil sample bags through Michigan State University Extension and receive recommendations directly from MSU. A&L Labs analyze soil samples and send results to MSU Extension where a recommendation will be generated and sent to the client by MSU Extension staff. All MSU recommendations utilize the latest research and follow state laws and guidelines.

Home Lawn and Garden soil self-mailers including sample bags are available for purchase through local MSU Extension offices or the MSU Bookstore [link coming when it goes live April 3]. The self-mailers cost $26 and look similar to previous self-mailers.

Commercial soil sample bags can only be purchased in person at MSU Extension offices. The cost for the commercial samples is $18 and does not include shipping costs to A&L Labs.

Please note, clients must purchase the correct sample bag (Home Lawn and Garden vs. Commercial). There are different recommendations for commercial and home lawn and garden samples.


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