Soil Testing

Assessing the condition of your garden or pasture is a critical step in maintaining soil condition and productivity. West Virginia University offers free soil analysis to residents. Your county Extension agent can assist you in your effort to collect good soil samples and also to understand the results of analysis.

Below are resources related to collecting soil samples and interpreting test results.

• Good Samples Needed For Good Soil Test Results
• Interpreting the West Virginia Soil Test Report
• Did You Test Your Soil?
• Soil Test Contamination

How to Collect a Soil Sample

Contact your local Extension agent for more information on this valuable service.