Manure testing is a vital part of managing available nutrients. In addition to adding nutrients, applying manure also improves the health and structure of your soil. Be confident you’re applying the right amount by getting a manure test before application.Accurate manure testing is vital to managing this nutrient rich resource.
Our laboratories offer flexible manure testing packages and free sampling supplies. Contact our agronomy experts online to find out how you can begin testing today.
Whether you’re looking for fertility content, micronutrient levels or characteristics like pH and dry matter, AgSource has a manure package option for you.
Packages**
Basic – This package is the industry standard.
Basic Plus – Ideal for analytical purposes.
Complete – Nitrogen availability is provided.
Deluxe – This analysis provides a more comprehensive determination of nutrient availability.
Additional Analysis**
** Packages vary by location. For exact package details for your specific location, please email us or directly contact the lab today.
Collection, preparation and shipping can influence sample quality. Poorly handled samples may not result in accurate analysis of the manure’s nutrients.
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Manure Sampling Reminders
Sample turnaround is five to seven working days. Results are available online, via email or standard mail. Choose from Excel, PDF or CSV files or one of the manure report options.
Dry Matter vs Wet-Basis
The AgSource manure report provides test results on an ‘as-received’ basis. This is also called a wet-basis and reflects the way manure is usually spread. The only exception is the Wisconsin report. The minor elements in the Wisconsin manure report are reported on ‘dry matter’ basis.
Technical Bulletins
To learn more about your manure report, read the Understanding a Manure technical bulletin.
Learn more about manure testing with resources from the AgSource Laboratories blog.
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