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

Events

Mar 23

Mindfulness for Better Sleep online Mar 2026

March 23, 2026 – April 27, 2026 zoom

Research has shown that practicing mindfulness is effective in reducing stress-related symptoms such as worry, depression, physical tension, and may be helpful in managing chronic conditions.
Mar 25

Citizen Planner Houghton County Classroom Program 2026

March 25, 2026 – April 29, 2026 Gogebic Community College - Coppoer Country Center, 47420 M-26, Houghton, MI 49931

This six-session series covers land use education and training. The course is intended for local appointed and elected officials, zoning administrators and interested citizens.
Apr 1

Smart Money Missions Goosechase Game

April 1, 2026 – April 21, 2026 Goosechase app

This fun money management scavenger hunt game is played on the Goosechase app and is open to youth 13-19 years old residing in Michigan.
Apr 2

Walk With Ease Self-Paced Series (April/May 2026)

April 2, 2026 – May 7, 2026

The Arthritis Foundation Walk With Ease Program is an exercise program that can reduce pain and improve overall health. If you can be on your feet for 10 minutes without increased pain, you can have success with Walk With Ease.
Apr 6

Online Coffee Hour : Building Resilience to Avoid Burnout

April 6, 2026 8:30AM – 10:00AM Online Via Zoom

The goal of this workshop is to learn to recognize the symptoms of burnout and learn about tools to build resilience.