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Free Soil Testing Increases Awareness About Nutrient Management

Author: James Morgeson

Major Program: Soils

The Cooperative Extension Service recommends soil testing every few years to determine the proper nutrient management strategies for farm and gardens alike. The Horticulture Agent recommends this as well when working with clients whether it be for vegetable gardens, landscapes, or forage and row crops. The Horticulture Agent has noticed that there had been a drop off in the number of soil tests in his county.  He also noticed that many of the soil tests that were being done had very high pH

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