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A soil test is a laboratory or in-situ analysis to determine the chemical, physical or biological characteristics of a soil. Possibly the most widely conducted soil tests are those performed to estimate the plant-available concentrations of nutrients in order to provide fertilizer recommendations in agriculture.
The information in a soil survey can be used by farmers and ranchers to help determine whether a particular soil type is suited for crops or livestock and what type of soil management might be required. An architect or engineer might use the engineering properties of a soil to determine whether it is suitable for a certain type of construction.
Investigation into conditions of plant growth, mainly that of soil, manure, and fertilization. Analysis of plant fodder and its effects on animal products. Meteorological observations. Cultivation and valuation of rare plants. Agricultural technology testing of implements and machines.
The best way to determine if the soil is acidic or deficient in calcium or magnesium is with a soil test which a university can provide with an agricultural education department for under $30.00 for United States residents. [8] Farmers typically become interested in soil testing when they notice a decrease in crop response to applied fertilizer.