Manure Testing
Optimize crop production with the true nutrient value of manure
Manure is a valuable resource, providing nutrients for crop production and improving the health and quality of soil when applied correctly. Understanding the true nutrient value in your manure is important since composition can vary depending on many different physical and environmental factors.
Whether you’re testing manure for compliance purposes or are looking to utilize it as a part of your fertility program, AgSource Laboratories’ easy-to-understand reports provide the information you need to manage your nutrients.
Talk to one of our nutrient management experts for more information on our packages and services.
Stay Compliant
Get the information you need for nutrient management planning
Uncover True Nutrient Value
Manure value varies by source – don’t rely on general “book” values
Certified Analysis
AgSource holds certifications from the MN department of Agriculture
Certified
AgSource Laboratories follows strict and rigorous testing standards
MANURE TESTING PACKAGES:
- Basic: Dry Matter, TKN, Phosphorus, Potassium, Sulfur
- Plus: Basic Package + Calcium, Magnesium, Copper, Iron, Manganese, Sodium, Zinc
- Nitrogen Management: Basic Package + Ammonium-Nitrogen
- Deluxe: Plus Package + Ammonium-Nitrogen
- Comprehensive: Deluxe Package + pH and Electrical Conductivity/Soluble Salts
- Compost: Comprehensive Package + Organic Matter
ADDITIONAL MANURE TESTING ANALYSES:
- pH
- Electrical Conductivity/Soluble Salts
- Nitrate-Nitrogen
- Estimated C:N Ratio
- % Carbon
- Volatile Solids (WI Only)
- Ash (WI Only)
- Water Extractable Phosphorus (WI Only)
Turnaround time for manure analysis is as quick as two days upon sample arrival.
Results are available online, via email or standard mail, with data available in a variety of formats including Excel, PDF or CSV files.
A good sample is the foundation to an accurate analysis. Following proper collection, preparation and shipping is important – poorly handled samples may not result in accurate analyses of the manure’s nutrients. For best results, follow our basic sampling reminders.
AgSource Laboratories Manure Sampling Reminders:
- Glass containers are not accepted. Our laboratories provide free sampling supplies.
- Use a one-pint plastic container and fill it ¾ of the way full
- Cool all samples after collection and freeze the contents before shipping
- Ship samples early in the week to ensure timely delivery to the laboratory
Manure Testing Companion Service
Nutrient Management Services
Our skilled team has over 100 years of experience delivering expert advice to growers and the agricultural community.
