Agricultural Soil Testing in Missouri
Our team provides the most efficient and effective soil sampling and soil testing programs across Missouri including a range of fertility management programs tailored to your operation’s unique needs.
With over 15 years of experience soil testing in Missouri we have experienced local sampling teams, ready to ensure timely and precise collection of soil samples across Missouri from our head office in Kansas City, Missouri.
Also nearby our soil laboratory in Clear Lake, Iowa, you can ensure your soil is treated and testing with the latest technologies with a quick turnaround of results so you can make more informed and timely farm management decisions.
latest testing methods and technologies
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Our Soil Fertility Programs Available in Missouri
We offer a wide assortment of soil fertility management services and soil testing in Missouri. You can choose or select the services that best suite your needs or we are happy to build a custom program based on your needs. If you have any questions or would like some help to navigate don’t hesitate to Contact Us.
Soil Fertility Tests
Deveron Laboratories have a complete line of services for any soil testing needs. We offer high quality, fast, and reliable service through our use of the latest testing methods and technologies.
Generally we turn around samples in 24 hours. If samples are in the lab by 4:00PM they are generally available the following afternoon.
Soil Test Packages (additional packages available):
Basic – Organic Matter, Phosphorus, (Sodium Bicarb and Bray 1), Potassium, Magnesium, Calcium, Sodium, (Ammonium acetate), soil pH, Aluminum, Saturation of Cation Elements including Sodium, calculated C.E.C. saturation %P, %K/Mg ratio.
Complete – Basic+ Zinc, Manganese, Iron, Copper, Boron, Sulphur
Other Soil Tests
• Soil Lawn – Includes Recommendation
• Soil Nitrate
• Soil Nitrate Ammonium
• Soil Texture
• Soil Health
Soil Sampling
Our Missouri team provides reliable and timely soil sampling services. Simply fax in a grid sampling order and let us take care of the rest. You will receive 2 color copies of all the maps. Lab fees include pH, BpH, P, K additional tests are available. We will also make your VRT disk for the type of applicator you have.
Benefits of our Soil Sampling Program:
- Our samplers travel to any location to sample your fields
- We can sample any grid size requested and offer both 2.5 and 4.4 acre grids on a regular basis
- Our samplers are trained on how to effectively and efficiently grid your field in a minimum amount of time
Data Management
Our Data Management program will provide you with actionable data for profitable results.
This program will provide you with:
- P, K, Lime Recommendations
- Nitrogen modeling with adapt-N
- Yield Data and Multi-Year Yield Analysis
- Variable Rate Seeding Prescriptions
- Multi-Layer Management Zone Creation
- As-Applied Maps
Smart Grid Program
The Smart Grid soil sampling program provides increased accuracy by utilizing soil types or EC data to determine better placement of soil test sites within a field. By increasing soil test accuracy, we increase value.
Grid Size
Point placement is determined by grid size and soil types or Veris® EC data
All Soil Types
All soil types are represented in each field and so is each grid area
Accurate Samples
Decreases the chance of mixing different soils with varying properties
Increased Value
Increases the value of soil testing while using an industry recognized standard
Smart Zone Program
The Smart Zone Program provides an extremely intricate soil sampling method by collecting several cores from a small area that have the same soil properties and yield capability, making the soil samples as accurate as possible.
Zone Sizes
2 zone sizes offered (5-6 acre/zone average and 8-10 acre/zone average)
Many Data Layers
The Program utilizes many data layers to give you a true picture of your soil
Fast Previews
Customer may preview the zones before sampling is completed
Several GPS Points
Several GPS points are logged inside each zone for future sampling reference, representing the entire zone area
Nitrogen Management
Our approach to nitrogen management is utilizing actual, recent data versus deriving decisions based from modeling programs.
Method
12 inch soil sample taken right ahead of side-dressing. Done on a grid basis (typically 4.4 or 10)
Core Collection
Cores are collected methodically on every sample to obtain consistency across the rows
Minimize Rain Events
Sampled about 5 days before expected side-dress application to minimize rain events between sampling and application time
End of Season
Samples are collected after corn is blacklayer. Test results indicate how much nitrogen was available to the plant
Veris the Easy Way
Our Veris program will collect dense layers of information from your soil zones, allowing for more informed soil fertility management.
This will provide you with detailed:
- Organic Matter
- EC data (CEC/Texture)
- Soil Topography
- Soil pH
RTK Boundary Mapping
We deliver RTK-level accuracy in the mapping of field boundaries and features. By using John Deere RTK Mobile cellular signal, we ensure high-accuracy GNSS positioning for +/- 1 inch repeatability year after year.
This precision takes on special significance for fields adorned with intricate waterways, terraces, and other internal features that demand meticulous mapping. Instantaneous uploading of fields to the My JohnDeere System streamlines accessibility and allows effortless sharing with your John Deere equipment. Alternatively, shapefiles can be exported for seamless integration into any GPS system.
GIS Mapping Center
At Deveron, we have the latest software and the best staff to meet your GIS needs. If you need help converting data for use in your software we can help. If you need someone to process your yield data we can help. If you want help analyzing data that you have collected we can help. If you took your own samples but need to make a VRT disk we can help.
KHS Soil Testing Probes
This is the most versatile and universal probe on the agricultural market. This is the fastest probe and can work in all types of soil and conditions. The unique alligator style opening allows for easy clean out and lets the sampler view each core insuring that it is truly a representative core for the sample. Can easily be used one handed for fast soil sampling.
This probe is made of 11 gauge DOM type 304 stainless steel tubing and is available in a 1″ diameter in 8″ and 12″ depths. This probe is built to last and will not rust.
Resource Material
The following resources provide agricultural producers, crop consultants, researchers, and others online access to relevant Soil and Crop related information:
Our Soil Testing Team for Missouri
Our head office is based in Kansas City, Missouri and can help provide you with accurate and quick soil testing services to Upper Midwest including Missouri. Send samples to our nearby labs in Clear Lake, IA and Auburn, IN.
Soil Sampling and Testing in Missouri FAQ's
Our team has been servicing Missouri for 15 years from our head office based in Kansas City Missouri and our lab is based out of Clear Lake, Iowa. Send samples to our nearby labs in Clear Lake, IA and Auburn, IN.
We service across Missouri including:
Adams County, Indiana Allen County, Indiana Bartholomew County, Indiana Benton County, Indiana Blackford County, Indiana Boone County, Indiana Brown County, Indiana Carroll County, Indiana Cass County, Indiana Clark County, Indiana Clay County, Indiana Clinton County, Indiana Crawford County, Indiana Daviess County, Indiana Dearborn County, Indiana Decatur County, Indiana DeKalb County, Indiana Delaware County, Indiana Dubois County, Indiana Elkhart County, Indiana Fayette County, Indiana Floyd County, Indiana Fountain County, Indiana Franklin County, Indiana Fulton County, Indiana Gibson County, Indiana Grant County, Indiana Greene County, Indiana Hamilton County, Indiana Hancock County, Indiana Harrison County, Indiana Hendricks County, Indiana Henry County, Indiana Howard County, Indiana Huntington County, Indiana Jackson County, Indiana Jasper County, Indiana Jay County, Indiana Jefferson County, Indiana Jennings County, Indiana Johnson County, Indiana Knox County, Indiana Kosciusko County, Indiana LaGrange County, Indiana Lake County, Indiana LaPorte County, Indiana Lawrence County, Indiana Madison County, Indiana Marion County, Indiana Marshall County, Indiana Martin County, Indiana Miami County, Indiana Monroe County, Indiana Montgomery County, Indiana Morgan County, Indiana Newton County, Indiana Noble County, Indiana Ohio County, Indiana Orange County, Indiana Owen County, Indiana Parke County, Indiana Perry County, Indiana Pike County, Indiana Porter County, Indiana Posey County, Indiana Pulaski County, Indiana Putnam County, Indiana Randolph County, Indiana Ripley County, Indiana Rush County, Indiana St. Joseph County, Indiana Scott County, Indiana Shelby County, Indiana Spencer County, Indiana Starke County, Indiana Steuben County, Indiana Sullivan County, Indiana Switzerland County, Indiana Tippecanoe County, Indiana Tipton County, Indiana Union County, Indiana Vanderburgh County, Indiana Vermillion County, Indiana Vigo County, Indiana Wabash County, Indiana Warren County, Indiana Warrick County, Indiana Washington County, Indiana Wayne County, Indiana Wells County, Indiana White County, Indiana Whitley County, Indiana
A: We strive for 5-10 days from order to collection and soil results received from lab and delivered to client.
A: Results can be sent to you via a CSV or PDF via email.
In some regions, results can be accessed through an online portal
A: OM, pH, Buffer pH, CEC, P, K, Mg, Ca, K%, Mg%, CA%
A: We sample fertility at 6” and have the capability to go down to 24″ with options to sample to 3′ (1-meter)
A: Grid, SoilOptix and Tissue sampling
A: Soil sampling can tell you a lot about what is happening in the field. It can answer questions on yield impact and how much fertilizer do you actually need to put down and where. Depending on the level of sampling being completed you can see what your macronutrients, micronutrients and even water holding capacity, just to name a few.
Missouri’s soils can vary widely within a single field. Consider the topography, drainage patterns, and historical land use when determining sampling locations.
Different crops may have varying root depths, so it’s essential to sample at the appropriate depth. For row crops like corn and soybeans, sampling depth is typically 6-12 inches.
The timing of soil sampling can affect nutrient levels. Ideally, samples should be taken in the fall after harvest or in the spring before planting to reflect the nutrient status before the growing season.
Align soil testing with nutrient management plans. Consider the specific nutrient requirements of the crops to be planted and adjust fertilizer recommendations accordingly.
Soil pH is critical for nutrient availability. Test and address pH levels, as they can influence nutrient uptake by plants.
Missouri soils vary in organic matter content. Consider this when interpreting soil test results, as organic matter influences nutrient retention and availability.
Missouri has a significant focus on nitrogen management due to its impact on water quality. Assess nitrate levels in the soil and implement best management practices to minimize nutrient runoff.
A: Soil Test Reports are sent in CSV, Excel and PDF format.
A: No, not for fertility sampling. All you need to get started is a rough boundary of the field (we can provide) to be sampled.
A: Nutrient recommendations need to be requested when ordering soil sampling. If not, they can be added on after the field is sampled. The lab will need previous crop, Intended crop and yield goal.
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How to get started
With Deveron, it's as easy as 1, 2, 3....
1. Order Soil Sampling
Contact Us to order your preferred sampling type and resolution and our team will sample your fields asap.
2. Soil Analysis
Samples are sent to our certified lab in Clear Lake, IA for analysis.
3. Soil Results
Results are sent to you in a variety of formats and we help interpret your soil results for you.