Soil Testing Kits Available this Spring
Cook County Farm Bureau offers both members and non-members an opportunity to test their garden or lawn soil by purchasing a soil testing kit. Soil, in its natural state, is rarely fertile enough for the best growth of plants. Usually, it is necessary to supplement the earth’s store of plant nutrients before we can obtain the most vigorous lawn, the most abundant and brilliant flowers, the most aesthetically satisfying trees/shrubs, and the greatest yield of tasty and nutritious vegetables or crops.
Soil test includes soil pH, Potassium, Phosphorous, Calcium, Magnesium, Organic Matter, and Cat Ion Exchange Capacity.
Complete kit includes:
- Step by step instructions on how to sample soil
- Sample bag and form
- Convenient pre-paid shipping box and label via USPS
- U of I Extension Master Gardener Info Form and pre-paid envelope
Farm Bureau Soil Test Kit discounted member pricing:
Soil Test Kit: 1 sample: $30 | 2 sample kit: $40 | 3 sample kit: $60
Soil plus Lead Test Kit: $58 | 1 sample Lead Only Test Kit: $47
*Pricing subject to change **Non-member pricing available *** Additional kit pricing available online at https://cookcfb.org/stay-updated-/events-and-programs/programs-and-events/profile/soil-testing.
* Additional member-only savings – ask us how!
Members will receive emailed test results and basic recommendations typically within two weeks, with more extensive test interpretation provided by the partnering volunteer Master Gardener Unit with the University of IL Extension South Suburban Horticulture Team.
Soil kits are available for purchase at the Cook County Farm Bureau by calling 708-354-3276, using a credit card at no additional charge; cash or check accepted when purchasing from the office, Mon-Fri 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
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