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

Jun 18

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

The MiCorps AIS Detection Blitz is a statewide community science event aimed at identifying and documenting aquatic invasive species in Michigan’s lakes, rivers, and wetlands, using iNaturalist.
Jun 30

Michigan State Fair 4-H and Youth Virtual Showcase

June 30, 2026 – August 7, 2026

With registration open May 15-August 7, 2026, youth ages 5-19 (as of Jan 1, 2026) can enter projects into the virtual showcase and receive feedback from judges.
Jul 1

Michigan 4-H License Plate Promotion Contest

July 1, 2026 – August 7, 2026

As part of the Michigan State Fair 4-H and Youth Virtual Showcase, Michigan 4-H and the Michigan 4-H Foundation invites youth 8-19 years old (as of Jan 1, 2026) to participate in a fun, hands-on promotion of the Michigan 4-H License Plate!
Jul 1

Michigan 4-H Business Pitch Contest- Sponsored by MSUFCU

July 1, 2026 – August 7, 2026

As part of the Michigan State Fair 4-H and Youth Virtual Showcase, Michigan 4-H and Michigan State University Federal Credit Union invites youth 8-19 years old (as of Jan 1, 2026) to share their business pitch.