**Turnaround times will be longer than usual as we move back to our renovated lab space. THANK YOU!**
The University of Minnesota Soil Testing Laboratory is part of the Department of Soil, Water, and Climate. We provide high quality testing services to the public, Universities, private companies, as well as State and Federal Agencies.
Announcements
New Address Starting April 3rd:
Starting on Monday, April 3rd, we have a new drop off location and mailing address. The new address is:
Room 130
Cargill Microbial and Plant Genomic Bldg.
1500 Gortner Ave.
St. Paul, Minnesota 55108
Parking: Please continue to park on Dudley Ave. on the curb in front of the Crops Research Building until further notice. Metered parking is also available along Gortner Ave.
2017 Renovation: Please see this page for details on our services during a major renovation beginning in February 2017.
Out-of-State Samples: Please consult this map. We can accept soils from mainland US counties (including AK) that are NOT highlighted or marked on the map.
For more complex, research appropriate analysis and testing services, please visit the Research Analytical Laboratory website.
Prices
Lawn & Garden: $17 per sample
Agricultural: $15 per sample
Greenhouse Media (Standard Test): $20 per sample
Water (used for irrigation, NOT drinking)
- Standard Test: $25 per sample
- Basic Test: $20 per sample
- Optional Test: $10 per sample
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