As Close As Can Be
Waypoint has eight (8) agricultural labs, two (2) of which are also pathology labs*, located in:
- Memphis, TN
- Atlantic, IA
- Champaign, IL
- Wilson, NC
- Richmond, VA
- Leola, PA
- Anaheim, CA*
- Lakeland, FL*
Agricultural Services
Acidity Testing Packages
Mehlich 3 Extraction
*OM is not a standard test in the package for the FL and PA labs.
Analysis
S1M plus ALL of the following: B, S, Fe, Mn, Cu, Zn, Na
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TN, IA, IL, NC, VA, FL*, PA*
Analysis
S1M plus any 2 of the following: B, S, Fe, Mn, Cu, Zn, Na
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TN, IA, IL, NC, VA, FL*, PA*
Analysis
pH, buffer pH, P, K, Mg, Ca, OM, CEC, % cation saturations
Available At
TN, IA, IL, NC, VA, FL*, PA*
Mehlich 1 Extraction
Analysis
pH, buffer pH, P, K, Mg, Ca, OM, CEC, % cation saturations
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TN, NC, VA
Analysis
Basic and Mn + Zn
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TN, NC, VA
Analysis
Basic + and ALL of the following: Cu, Na, Fe, B, S (Mehlich III)
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TN, NC, VA
Alternative Extractants
*IA and IL labs will provide correlated values
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TN, IA*, IL*, VA
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TN, IA*, IL*, VA
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TN, IA*, IL*, VA
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The following can be added to any of the soil acidity packages.
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TN, IA, IL, NC, VA, FL, PA
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TN, IA, IL, VA, FL, PA
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TN, IA, IL, VA, FL, PA
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TN, IA, IL, VA, FL, PA
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TN, IA, IL, VA, PA
Alkaline Testing Packages
Test packages tailored for Texas and the Southwestern US.
Analysis
SW1 plus Nitrate-N and Soluble Salts (1:2)
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TN
Analysis
SW1 plus Nitrate-N
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TN
Analysis
pH, buffer pH, Organic matter, CEC, % Cation saturations, Olsen P, Ammonium Acetate (K, Mg, Ca, Na), Mehlich 3 (P, B, S, Fe, Mn, Cu, Zn)
Available At
TN
Saline Testing Packages
Test packages tailored for arid regions.
Analysis
Saturated Paste Extract: (pH, K, Ca,Mg, Na, B, Cl, EC, SO4, SAR, HCO3, CO3, SAT%), Buffer pH, Organic Matter, Olsen P, Ammonium Acetate: (K, Mg, Ca, Na), DTPA: (Cu, Fe, Mn, Zn), Nitrate-N, Excess Lime (Fizz Test)
Available At
TN
Analysis
Water pH (1:1), buffer pH, Organic matter, Olsen P, Ammonium Acetate: (K, Mg, Ca, Na), DTPA: (Cu, Fe, Mn, Zn), Boron and Sulfur, Soluble Salts: (1:2), Nitrate-N
Available At
TN
Analysis
Saturated Paste Extract: (pH, K, Ca, Mg, Na, B, Cl, EC, SO4, SAR, HCO3, CO3, SAT%)
Available At
TN
Want More?
The following can be added to any of the soil saline packages.
Available At
TN, VA
Soilless Media Testing Packages
Fertility recommendations are available upon request and will incur additional costs.
Combines various extraction methods to determine readily soluble and reserve nutrient fractions in a wide range of soilless media, turfgrass, and landscape settings.
Analysis
- Total Exchangeable Cations
- Olsen Phosphorus
- Saturated Paste: pH, Salinity , Potassium, Calcium ,Magnesium, Sodium, Sodium Adsorption Ratio, Boron, Chloride,Sulfate-Sulfur, Half Saturation%
- 1N NaCl extraction: Nitrate-N, Ammoniacal-N,Potassium, Calcium, Magnesium
- DTPA extraction: Iron, Copper, Manganese, Zinc
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CA
Measures only readily soluble fractions of nutrients in course, low nutrient holding capacity soilless media with a saturated media extraction.
Analysis
pH, Salinity, Nitrate and Ammoniacal-N, Phosphorous, Potassium, Calcium, Magnesium, Sulfur Iron, Manganese, Copper, Zinc, Boron, Chloride, Molybdenum Additional – Sodium and Aluminum
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CA, TN, VA, PA
Physical Properties Testing Packages
Additional methods/tests available upon request. Please contact laboratory for any questions.
Physical Properties of Disturbed Media - Non Field Soils
1 gallon sample required.
Analysis
Bulk Density, Volume % Airspace, Readily Available Water Water Holding Capacity at 2,10, 50 centibars
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CA
Analysis
With Percolation Rate
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CA
Analysis
Percolation Rate Only
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CA
Please specify anticipated container depth, typically 2”, 4” or 6”.
Analysis
Bulk Density, Water Holding Capacity, Volume % Airspace at container capacity only
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CA, TN
Particle Size Distribution of Horticultural and Landscape Soils and Media
Analysis
USDA System for Soils (round hole sieves & hydrometer)
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CA, TN
Analysis
US Sieve System for Soils (wire mesh), Weight Passing & Retained
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CA, TN
Analysis
Alternate US Sieves: #10, #20, #40, #60, #80, #100 & #200
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CA, TN
Analysis
Organic or Mineral Amendment
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CA, TN
Analysis
USDA System with US Sieves for Fine/Very Fine Sand
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CA, TN
Want More?
The following can be added to any of the soil physical property packages.
Analysis
Passing 9.42 mm, #4, #6, #10, #18, #20, #35, #40, #60, #80, #100, #140, #200 & #270
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CA, TN
Golf Course Particle Size Distribution
Analysis
% Sand, %Silt, % Clay, Wet sieving 18, 35, 60, 140, 270
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TN
Agricultural Soil Physical Properties
Analysis
Plant Available Water Holding Capacity Includes Field Capacity 1/3 Bar AND Permanent Wilting Point 15 Bar
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CA, TN
Analysis
Moisture Holding Capacity: Field Capacity 1/3 Bar OR Permanent Wilting Point 15 Bar
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CA, TN
Analysis
Additional Pressure Limits (price per plate)
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CA, TN
Analysis
Bulk Density (Disturbed Soil)
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CA, TN, VA
Analysis
Particle Density
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CA, TN, VA
Analysis
Total Soil Porosity
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CA, TN, VA
Analysis
Particle Size Analysis: Hydrometer Method (Texture)
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CA, TN, VA, PA
Analysis
Sieve Analysis (Please specify sieve sizes)
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CA, TN, VA
Plant Tissue Analysis Packages
Total macro and micronutrients.
Analysis
N, P, K, S, Ca, Mg, Fe, Mn, Zn, Cu, B, Al and Na
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TN, VA, CA, NC, IL, IA, FL, PA
Total macro and micronutrients.
Analysis
N, P, K, S, Ca, Mg, Fe, Mn, Zn, Cu, B, and Na
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TN, CA, IA
Total macro and micronutrients with Molybdenum.
Analysis
N, P, K, S, Ca, Mg, Fe, Mn, Zn, Cu, B, Al, Na and Mo
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TN, VA, PA
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Any of the following can be added to the plant tissue packages.
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TN, VA, CA, IL, IA, FL, PA
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TN, VA, CA, IL, IA, FL, PA
Crop Removal Analysis Package
Analysis
Grain Nutrient Removal Test Package
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TN, VA, CA, NC, IL, IA, PA
Want More?
Any of the following can be added to the crop removal packages.
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TN, VA, CA, IL, IA, FL, PA
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TN, VA, CA, IL, IA, FL, PA
Fruitlet Analysis Packages
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PA
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PA
Potato Tuber Analysis
Additional methods/tests available upon request. Please contact laboratory for any questions.
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PA
Irrigation Testing Packages
Standard water analysis
Analysis
pH, pHc, ECw,TDS, SARadj, SAR, Hardness, Cations (Na, Ca, Mg, K, NH4, NH4-N), Anions (Cl, SO4, HCO3, CO3, NO3, NO3-N, PO4-P), Cu, Zn, Mn, Fe, B, Mo, Al
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TN, VA, CA, FL, PA
Analysis
A70 + Graphical Irrigation Water Interpretation
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TN, VA, CA, FL, PA
Spray Tank Testing Packages
Analysis
pH, pHc, ECw,TDS, SARadj, SAR, Hardness, Cations (Na, Ca, Mg, K, NH4, NH4-N), Anions (Cl, SO4, HCO3, CO3, NO3, NO3-N, PO4-P), Cu, Zn, Mn, Fe, B, Mo, Al
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TN, VA, CA, FL, PA
Analysis
A70 + Graphical Spray Water Interpretation
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TN, VA, CA, FL, PA
Fertilizer in Water Testing Package
Soluble Fertilizer in Water
Analysis
pH, ECw, NH4-N, NO3-N, P, K, SO4, Ca, Mg, Fe, Mn, B, Cu, Zn, Mo, Na
Available At
TN, VA, CA, FL, PA
Fish Pond Testing Package
Fish Pond Suitability
Analysis
CaCO3, Ca, Hardness, Mg, pH
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TN, VA
Tobacco Testing Package
Tobacco Water Suitability
Analysis
pH, pHc, ECw,TDS, SARadj, SAR, Hardness, Cations (Na, Ca, Ca expected, Mg, K, NH4, NH4-N), Anions (Cl, SO4, HCO3, CO3, NO3, NO3-N, PO4-P), Cu, Zn, Mn, Fe, B, Mo, Al
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VA
Livestock Testing Packages
Standard Water Analysis
Analysis
pH, pHc, ECw,TDS, SARadj, SAR, Hardness, Cations (Na, Ca, Mg, K, NH4, NH4-N), Anions (Cl, SO4, HCO3, CO3, NO3, NO3-N, PO4-P), Cu, Zn, Mn, Fe, B, Mo, Al
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TN, VA, CA, FL, PA
Pathology Packages
The form you use depends on your location. Please select the correct form to get started.
Analysis
Fungal/bacterial pathogen culture and ID
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CA
Analysis
Virus, phytoplasma, and bacterial scorch (Xylella fastidiosa) testing
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CA
Analysis
Pythium, Phytophthora, and Thielaviopsis qualitative soil assay
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CA
Analysis
Verticillium quantitative assay from soil by trap method
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CA
Analysis
Soil-borne pathogen quantification by serial dilution on agar media
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CA
Nematology Packages
Burrowing, Citrus, Cyst (Heterodera), Cyst J2, Dagger (Xiphinema), Foliar, Lance (Hoplolaimus), Lesion (Pratylenchus), Needle (Longidorus), Peltamigratus, Pin (Paratylenchus), Pine Wilt, Pseudo Root-Knot, Reniform (Rotylenchulus), Ring (Criconemella), Root Knot (Meloidogyne), Scutellonema, Seed-Gall, Sheath (Hemicycliophora), Spiral (Helicotylenchus), Stem and Bulb, Sting (Belonolaimus), Stubby Root (Trichodorus), Stunt (Tylenchorhynchus), Tylenchus
Analysis
Adult/Juvenile plant parasitic nematode ID and quantifications from soil.
Burrowing, Citrus, Cyst (Heterodera), Cyst J2, Dagger (Xiphinema), Foliar, Lance (Hoplolaimus), Lesion (Pratylenchus), Needle (Longidorus), Peltamigratus, Pin (Paratylenchus), Pine Wilt, Pseudo Root-Knot, Reniform (Rotylenchulus), Ring (Criconemella), Root Knot (Meloidogyne), Scutellonema, Seed-Gall, Sheath (Hemicycliophora), Spiral (Helicotylenchus), Stem and Bulb, Sting (Belonolaimus), Stubby Root (Trichodorus), Stunt (Tylenchorhynchus), Tylenchus
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CA, TN, VA
Analysis
Egg quantification from soil (Heterodera sp.)
***The IA location performs viable egg count only
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CA, IA
Analysis
Cyst quantification from soil (Heterodera sp.)
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CA
Analysis
Root extraction for endomigratory nematodes
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CA
Analysis
Root staining for endomigratory nematodes
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CA
Pesticide and Herbicide Residuals
Analysis
Acetochlor, Alachlor, Ametryn, Atrazine, Benfluralin, Bifenthrin, Bromacil, Butylate, Clomazone,
Cyanazine, Cycloate, DEF, EPTC, Ethalfluralin, Ethion, Ethyl Parathion, Hexazinone, Isopropalin, Malathion,
Methyl Parathion, Metolachlor, Metribuzin, Molinate, Norflurazon, Oxadiazon, Pebulate,
Pendimethalin, Permethrin, Prodiamine, Profluralin, Prometon, Prometryn, Propachlor, Propazine,
Prothiofos, Simazine, Terbacil, Trifluralin, Vernolate
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TN
Analysis
[2,4,5-T], [2,4,5-TP], [2,4-D], [2,4-DB], [2,4,5-T], Dalapon, Dicamba, Dichlorprop, Dinoseb, MCPA, MCPP, Picloram
Available At
TN
Analysis
3-Hyroxycarbofuran, Aldicarb, Aldicarb Sulfone, Carbaryl, Carbofuran, Dioxacarb, Methiocarb, Methomyl, Promecarb, Propoxur
Available At
TN
Analysis
[4,4’-DDD], [4,4’-DDE], [4,4’-DDT],
Aldrin, alpha-BHC, beta-BHC, delta-BHC, gamma-BHC, alpha-Chlordane, gamma-Chlordane, Dieldrin, Endosulfan I,
Endosulfan II, Endosulfan Sulfate, Endrin, Endrin Aldheyde, Endrin Ketone, Heptachlor, Heptachlor Epoxide, Methoxychlor
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TN
Analysis
Azinphos Methyl, Chlorpyrifos, Coumaphos, Demeton, Diazinon, Dichlorvos, Dimethoate, Disulfoton, EPN, Ethoprop,
Famphur, Fenslfothion, Fenthion, Malathion, Merphos, Mevinphos, Monocrotophos, Naled, Parathion Ethyl, Parathion Methyl,
Phorate, Ronnel, Simazine, Stirophos, Sulfotep, Sulprofos, TEPP, Tokuthion, Trichloronate
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TN
Analysis
Acifluorfen, Bentazone, Clopyralid, Diuron, Fluometuron, Glyphosate, Imazamox, Imazapic, Imazapyr, Imazaquin,
Imazethapyr, Triclopyr
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TN
Compost & Manufactured Soils Analysis Packages
Appropriate for composted greenwaste, manures, biosolids and sludge. Determine suitability for use as a soil amendment / soil blend component. Provides use rate in cu. yds. per 1000 sq. ft., per acre, or on a volume basis. Gives immediately available nutrients and total nutrients that will become available as the material decomposes. Nutrient levels given as lbs. or ozs. per cu. yd. and lbs. per ton.
Analysis
Salinity, sodium, sodium adsorption ratio (SAR), chloride, boron, total exchangeable cations (TEC), pH, dilute acid extractable iron, moisture content, dry bulk density, as-received bulk density, half saturation percentage, organic matter as a percent of dry weight, organic in lbs. per cu. yd., estimated carbon nitrogen ratio (C/N ratio), Total-N, NO3-N, NH4-N, phosphorus as P and P2O5, potassium as K and K2O, calcium, magnesium, copper, zinc, manganese, iron, and particle sizes.
Available At
CA
Partial Organic Analysis
Appropriate for Composted Greenwaste, manures, biosolids and sludge. Provides most of the same information as A91-1 including immediately available major and minor nutrients but NOT total.
Analysis
Salinity, sodium, sodium adsorption ratio (SAR), boron, total exchangeable cations (TEC), pH, dilute acid extractable iron, moisture content, dry bulk density, as-received bulk density, half saturation percentage, organic matter as a percent of dry weight, organic in lbs. per cu. yd., estimated carbon nitrogen ratio (C/N ratio), Total-N, NO3-N, NH4-N, immediately available phosphorous, potassium, calcium, magnesium, copper, zinc, manganese, iron, and particle sizes.
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CA
Partial Organic Analysis
Appropriate for raw or composted wood shavings and bark as well as other organic materials with minimal nutrient contribution. Determine suitability for use as a soil amendment / soil blend component.
Analysis
Salinity, pH, dilute acid extractable iron, moisture content, dry bulk density, as-received bulk density, half saturation percentage, organic matter as a percent of dry weight, organic in lbs. per cu. yd., Total N, estimated carbon nitrogen ratio (C/N ratio), and particle sizes.
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CA
Manure & Sludge Packages
Additional methods/tests available upon request. Please contact laboratory for any questions.
Analysis
Manure Analysis (Moisture, TKN, NH4-N, P, K)
Liquid samples reported in lbs/1000 gal of N, P2O5, K2O
Solid samples reported in lbs/ton of N, P2O5, K2O
Liquid samples reported in lbs/1000 gal of N, P2O5, K2O
Solid samples reported in lbs/ton of N, P2O5, K2O
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TN, VA, IA, PA
Analysis
Manure Analysis (M1 plus S, B, Ca, Mg, Na, Fe, Al, Mn, Cu, Zn)
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TN, VA, IA, PA
Analysis
Manure Analysis (M2 plus Cd, Cr, Pb, Ni)
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TN, VA, PA
Analysis
Manure Analysis (M1 plus Organic N)
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TN, VA, IA, PA
Want More?
The following can be added to any of the manure and sludge packages.
Analysis
P Source Coefficient plus % Solids
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PA
Analysis
Call lab for multiple sample/multiple element quote. Individual Test Requests: (pH, Ash, Density, Chloride, Soluble Salts, Ammonium Nitrogen, Carbon to Nitrogen Ratio, Nitrate Nitrogen, Cu, Fe, Mn, Zn, Na, Al, Ca, Mg, B, S)
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TN, VA, IA, PA
Lime Packages
Analysis
Lime Test Includes: Total Neutralizing Value (CCE) Relative Neutralizing Value or Effective Neutralizing Value Moisture, Ca, Mg, 10, 40, & 60 mesh sieves (For different sieve sizes, please contact the lab)
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TN, PA, VA
Analysis
Total Neutralizing Value (CaCO3 Equivalence - CCE)
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TN, PA, VA
Analysis
Calcium and Magnesium Content
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TN, PA, VA
Analysis
Calcium, Magnesium, Total Neutralizing Value (CCE)
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TN, PA, VA
Analysis
Limestone Elemental Analysis (with Ca and Mg), S, B, P, K, Al, Na, Zn, Fe, Mn and Cu
Available At
TN, PA, VA
Want More?
The following can be added to any of the lime packages.
Analysis
Moisture (oven 105° C)
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TN, PA, VA
Analysis
Sieve Analysis (per screen size)
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TN, PA, VA
Fertilizer Packages
Analysis
Complete Labeling Package: (Total N, WIN, NO3-N, NH4-N, Avail P2O5, Avail K2O, Total Ca, Mg, S, B, Cl, Cu, Fe, Mn, Na & Zn)
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TN, CA, PA, VA
Analysis
Major Nutrient Labeling Package - Liquids or Solids (Total N, WIN, NO3-N, NH4-N, Avail P2O5 & Avail K2O)
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TN, CA, PA, VA
Analysis
Total Nitrogen
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TN, CA, PA, VA
Analysis
Available Phosphoric Acid (P2O5)
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TN, CA, PA, VA
Analysis
Water Soluble Potash (K2O)
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TN, CA, PA, VA
Analysis
Specific Gravity (Liquid Fertilizer, Effluents, etc)
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TN, CA, PA, VA
Other Offerings
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TN, CA, PA, VA
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TN, CA, PA, VA
Analysis
As, Cd, Co, Mo, Ni, Pb, Se, Zn, Hg
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TN, CA, PA, VA
Analysis
As, Cd, Co, Cu, Mo, Ni, Pb, Se, Zn, Hg
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TN, PA, VA
Heavy Metal Analyses
For metals needed that are not listed, please inquire. A digestion charge will be added for less than 3 samples submitted or less than 3 analytes requested.
Method
6010
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TN, CA, PA, VA
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6010
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TN, CA, PA, VA
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6010
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TN, CA, PA, VA
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6010
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TN, CA, PA, VA
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6010
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TN, CA, PA, VA
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6010
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TN, CA, PA, VA
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6010
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TN, CA, PA, VA
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6010
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TN, CA, PA, VA
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6010
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TN, CA, PA, VA
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6010
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TN, CA, PA, VA
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6010
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TN, CA, PA, VA
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6010
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TN, CA, PA, VA
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6010
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TN, CA, PA, VA
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6010
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TN, CA, PA, VA
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6010
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TN, CA, PA, VA
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6010
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TN, CA, PA, VA
Method
7471
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TN, CA, PA, VA
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6010
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TN, CA, PA, VA
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6010
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TN, CA, PA, VA
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6010
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TN, CA, PA, VA
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6010
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TN, CA, PA, VA
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6010
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TN, CA, PA, VA
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6010
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6010
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TN, CA, PA, VA
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6010
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TN, CA, PA, VA
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6010
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TN, CA, PA, VA
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6010
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TN, CA, PA, VA
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6010
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TN, CA, PA, VA
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6010
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TN, CA, PA, VA
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6010
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TN, CA, PA, VA
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6010
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TN, CA, PA, VA