Making customer connections in soil health with the Soil Health Service Provider Directory

Monica Jean<atkinmon@msu.edu> and Madelyn Celovsky<celovsk2@msu.edu>, Michigan State University Extension - June 04, 2026

Formerly the Cover Crop Service Provider Directory, this expanded directory makes it easier for farmers in Michigan to access soil health services.

A rack of test tubes containing different colored soils — Getting soil tested can help determine the right rate of fertilizer application and offer an indication of soil chemical and biological health. Photo by Monica Jean, MSU Extension.

Visit the Soil Health Service Provider Directory

Michigan State University Extension’s Soil Health Service Provider Directory, formerly the Cover Crop Service Provider Directory, is a resource for farmers looking for soil health related businesses and organizations in their area. It is now published on the MSU Extension Cover Crops page. Listed services include:

NEW: Soil health testing services – collect soil samples
NEW: Soil health testing services – interpret soil health test results
Nutrient management planning
Custom variable rate fertilizer application
Cover crop seed sales
Custom cover crop seeding (drilling, aerial, UAV, etc.)
Cover crop seed cleaning
Custom mixtures
Cover crop consultation (seed selection, management, etc.)
Financial assistance

A drone rested in a grassy patch next to a field growing crops — Unmanned aerial vehicles, or drones, can help make managing soil health easier, from seeding cover crops to variable rate fertilizer applications. Photo by Madelyn Celovsky, MSU Extension.

The Soil Health Service Provider Directory is a live, digital document that will be continually updated. If you are a business that offers some kind of soil health related service, you can still be listed by filling out this form. The directory can help increase your business’s visibility and connect you with customers.

How do I get my business listed?

Fill out the form as completely as possible
MSU Extension will follow up to confirm details
If any changes need to be made, contact celovsk2@msu.edu

This resource provides a clear and concise list for farmers and so that they are better connected with soil health service providers in their area.

For additional resources about soil health, get connected to the MSU Extension Soil Health or MSU Extension Cover Crop websites, or contact Monica Jean (atkinmon@msu.edu) or Madelyn Celovsky (celovsk2@msu.edu)

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