Total Nutrients Test for Manure
Manure, a time-honored natural fertilizer, has been used for centuries to improve soil fertility and nurture robust plant growth. However, not all manures offer the same nutrient composition. To harness the full potential of manure as a soil amendment, it's essential to determine its total nutrient content. This is where a reliable manure testing kit comes into play.
How to Perform the Total Nutrients Test on Manure
- Step 1: Collecting Manure Samples
- Gather samples from different areas of your manure storage or composting facility.
- Ensure the samples represent the overall nutrient composition of the manure.
- Step 2: Preparing the Samples for Testing
- Air-dry the collected manure samples to eliminate excess moisture.
- Break down any lumps to achieve a consistent texture for analysis.
- Send a 1/2 gallon zip lock full of material to the address indicated on the submittal form.
- Step 3: Complete necessary paperwork
- Follow the instructions provided with order email carefully.
- Complete any relevant information on the provided submittal form.
- Step 4: Ship your sample
- Securely package your manure sample and submittal form in the same box.
- Ensure the the bag containing your sample is sealed properly to prevent spills in transit.
Included in your analysis:
| % Moisture | % Dry Matter | Nitrogen (N) | Nitrate (NO3) |
| Phosphorous (P & P2O5) | Phosphate (PO4) |
Potassium (K) |
Potash (K2O) |
| Sodium (Na) |
Calcium (Ca) |
Magnesium (Mg) |
Zinc (Zn) |
| Iron (Fe) |
Manganese (Mn) |
Copper (Cu) |
Boron (B) |
| Cobalt (Co) |
Molybdenum (Mo) |
Selenium (Se) |
Sulfur (S) |
Minimum Sample Size Required: 1/2 gallon
Turnaround Time: 5 business days
NOTE: Recommended for manure that will be used as a direct growing media.
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.
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