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Lamar County
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Testing Services

Soil and water samples are mailed to the Soil, Plant and Water Laboratory in Athens. The results are received in approximately 7 to 10 business days. Come by the Extension Office to pick up a soil sample bag or a container for your water sample.

* The Extension Office is cash or check only.?

Soil sample bags

Soil Sample

A? soil sample will test for pH, lime requirements, phosphorus, potassium, calcium, magnesium, zinc and manganese. The cost is $9.00 for farmers and homeowners. Additional testing services are available at an additional cost.?

Water Sample

A basic water sample will test for pH, hardness, and 15 basic minerals. The cost is $25.00 per basic sample, though costs may vary depending on the specific test requested. Additional testing options are also available if needed. For more information or to discuss your testing needs, please contact our office.

Feed and Forage Samples

A basic feed or forage sample to evaluate the protein, moisture, NDF and nitrate is $25.00 per sample. Other test are available. The results are received in approximately 7 to 10 business days.

Forage samples can also be sent to the Georgia Department of Agriculture in Tifton. This is a free test that includes protein, moisture, fiber and nitrates. It takes approximately 3 weeks to receive the results.