Soil testing can be a useful tool for improving fields and pastures, and experts say using the right techniques and strategies can help maximize its effectiveness.
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Antonio Mallarino, an Iowa State professor of nutrient management, recommends 15 cores per zone or at least 8 to 10 per grid.
Experts say the keys to getting a good soil test include getting a representative sample, getting it from the right depth and knowing the management history of the land.
Antonio Mallarino, Iowa State University professor of nutrient management, recommends 15 soil cores per zone or at least 8 to 10 per grid.
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