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Why does my soil test not include more micronutrients like S, Na, Fe, Mn, Zn, Cu, B?
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Asked June 17, 2024, 8:59 AM EDT
Why does my soil test not include more micronutrients like S, Na, Fe, Mn, Zn, Cu, B?
Monroe County Michigan
Expert Response
Hi Kurt,
Unless specifically requested we do not test for micronutrients. Michigan soil have sufficient micronutrients for plant production so testing for it is not necessary. If plants show a deficiency we can test for it but it is very rare.
Thank you
MSU Soil Test Team
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Unless specifically requested we do not test for micronutrients. Michigan soil have sufficient micronutrients for plant production so testing for it is not necessary. If plants show a deficiency we can test for it but it is very rare.
Thank you
MSU Soil Test Team
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