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Conduct Soil Sampling Before Utilizing Your Farm Fertilizer Spreader

A quality fertilizer recommendation depends on a quality soil sample, so before you even prepare your farm fertilizer spreader it is recommended you conduct a soil analysis. Soil can be collected in two ways, by pulling core samples or by field analysis.

Core sampling is performed by inserting a hollow tube into the soil, allowing an intact soil sample to be pushed into the tube. The required depth need for an accurate analysis will depend on the crop and the tillage depth. Core sampling provides a more accurate perspective of soil conditions and provides more detailed information for a variable rate application analysis.

Field analysis is conducted by taking soil samples from various areas and analyzing them together for an overall recommendation.

An accurate soil evaluation allows for more efficient fertilizer use, which can increase yields, and reduce costs and pollution. While local County extension services and the USDA offer soil sampling services, it is important to remember:

Soil sampling should occur before each cropping season. The closer the samples are taken to planting time, the less chance there is for changes to occur.

A stainless steel soil-sampling probe is recommended for obtaining a sample. Collected samples should be stored in a plastic or stainless steel container. Using galvanized or brass equipment will contaminate the samples with micronutrients.

For more information on soil sampling, contact the USDA or your local extension service office. Simple soil analysis will help you get the most from your farm fertilizer spreader.

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