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micronutrients #873391

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

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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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Christina Curell Replied June 17, 2024, 12:31 PM EDT

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micronutrients #873391

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