ASK THE PLANT® Analysis - for Cereals
Targeted Leaf & Petiole Analysis for Wheat, Rice, Barley, Sorghum, and Other Grains
Precision Nutrition for High-Yield Grain Production
In cereal and grain crops, timing and balance are everything when it comes to nutrient management. The Cereal Crop Plant Tissue Test provides a clear snapshot of what your plants are absorbing—so you can make real-time fertility adjustments to protect yield and grain quality.
This analysis is specially designed for wheat, rice, barley, sorghum, oats, and other cereal crops. It includes both leaf and petiole testing, providing a full-spectrum view of nutrient uptake, storage, and mobility within the plant.
What’s Included in Your Analysis
Leaf Nutrient Content (% of Dry Matter)
- Nitrogen (N)
- Phosphorus (P)
Petiole Nutrient Content (NO₃ / PO₄ status)
- Nitrate (NO₃)
- Phosphate (PO₄)
Macronutrients & Secondary Nutrients
- Potassium (K)
- Calcium (Ca)
- Magnesium (Mg)
- Sodium (Na)
- Sulfur (S)
- Chloride (Cl)
- Silicon (Si)
Micronutrients & Trace Elements
- Zinc (Zn)
- Iron (Fe)
- Manganese (Mn)
- Copper (Cu)
- Boron (B)
- Molybdenum (Mo)
Your Report Includes:
- Clear Result Interpretations
Know which nutrients are deficient, optimal, or excessive - Customized Fertility Recommendations
Guidance based on your specific cereal crop stage and tissue nutrient levels - Actionable Advice for immediate nutrient corrections
Sample Requirements
- Minimum: 25–35 leaves and petioles (combined), depending on plant size
- Sample Handling: Send fresh, clean, and dry tissue in a labeled bag
- Turnaround Time:
▪️ Petioles: 1 business day
▪️ Leaves: 2 business days
Recommended For:
- Wheat, Rice, Barley, Sorghum, Oats, Millet, and other cereal grains
- Growers looking to optimize mid-season fertility
- Consultants advising high-performance cropping systems
- Farms using tissue testing for split N applications or foliar corrections
Need Help with Your Results?
Consult with a Certified Crop Advisor , your first session is included with testing. We’ll help you fine-tune your nutrient strategy with expert insights.
📞 Call to schedule your consultation after receiving your report.
Order Your Cereal Crop Plant Tissue Test Today
Protect your yield. Respond to nutrient imbalances fast.
Get data you can act on—before it’s too late.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are your business hours?
Our office is open Monday thru Friday from 8 am to 5 pm. We do close for major holidays, so we recommend ordering your testing and sending your sample early if a holiday is coming up. You can always reach us by email. Just send us a message at info@tpslab.com
- When will I get my results?
We understand that you need your results as soon as possible. That is why we make sure to begin processing your samples as soon as they arrive at our laboratory. When the results are ready, we will email them to the email address you provided on your submittal form. The list below will give you an idea of our usual turnaround times.
Soil Tests: 5-7 Business days
Water Tests: 5 - 7 Business days
Plants Tests: 24 - 48 Hours
Compost Tests: 7 - 14 Business days
Fertilizer Tests: 3 - 5 Business days
Heavy Metals Test: 7 - 14 Business days
We offer a rush option for an additional 50% of the testing cost, but we would encourage you to give yourself time to test before you get to a point where a rush is needed.
