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

Sep 15

Citizen Planner Berrien County Classroom Program 2026

September 15, 2026 – October 20, 2026 St Joseph City Hall in the Commission Chambers at 700 Broad St, St Joseph, MI

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.
Sep 23

Citizen Planner Mason County Classroom Program 2026

September 23, 2026 – November 11, 2026 Hamlin Township Hall at 3775 N Jebavy Dr, Ludington, MI

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.
Oct 1

2026 Michigan Apple Crunch

October 1, 2026 – October 31, 2026

Join in the festivities by crunching into a locally-grown Michigan Apple on Crunch Day, October 15, or any day in October.
Oct 4

National 4-H Week

October 4, 2026 – October 10, 2026

For over 100 years, 4‑H has inspired families, shaped careers, and impacted communities. From October 4-10, we will celebrate the impact of 4‑H during National 4‑H Week.
Oct 5

Mindful Moments: A Series of Mindfulness Workshops, Oct 2026

October 5, 2026 – October 19, 2026 Online via Zoom

This is a mini workshop with 3 sessions that introduces the core principles of mindfulness and provides opportunities for experiencing mindfulness practices.