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

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Walk with Ease Self Enhanced Program6.8

June 8, 2026 – July 13, 2026 Email Communications

The Arthritis Foundation Walk With Ease Program is an exercise program that can reduce pain and improve overall health.
Jun 10

Sleep Education for Everyone Program (SLEEP) - Virtual

June 10, 2026 – July 15, 2026 Online via Zoom

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Michigan Cottage Food Law

June 18, 2026 – December 7, 2026 Zoom Webinar

The Michigan Cottage Food Law, Food safety practices related to producing cottage foods and how to start a cottage food business.
Jun 29

2026 MiCorps Aquatic Invasive Species Detection Blitz

June 29, 2026 – July 12, 2026 Online

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Wits Workout - By Land or Sea

June 29, 2026 1:00PM – 1:30PM Online

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