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Soil Testing Services

ISO 17025 Accredited

Professional Soil Analysis Services

Our ISO 17025 accredited Analytical Chemistry Laboratory provides comprehensive soil testing services using state-of-the-art equipment and internationally accepted extraction methods to optimize your crop nutrition and maximize yields.

Soil Testing Laboratory
ISO 17025

Accredited Laboratory

48-72hrs

Turnaround Time

20+

Parameters Tested

10,000+

Tests Annually

Testing Services

Comprehensive Soil Analysis

Macronutrient Analysis

We analyze essential macronutrients that are critical for plant growth and development. Our testing determines plant-available nutrients to guide precise fertilizer recommendations.

Nitrogen (N) - Available forms
Phosphorus (P) - Plant available
Potassium (K) - Exchangeable
Calcium (Ca) - Exchangeable
Magnesium (Mg) - Exchangeable
Sulfur (S) - Available forms

Micronutrient Analysis

Essential micronutrients are analyzed to prevent deficiencies that can significantly impact crop quality and yield, even when present in small quantities.

Iron (Fe) - DTPA extractable
Manganese (Mn) - DTPA extractable
Zinc (Zn) - DTPA extractable
Copper (Cu) - DTPA extractable
Boron (B) - Hot water extractable
Molybdenum (Mo) - Available forms
Sample Collection

How to Collect Soil Samples

1
Sample Timing

Collect samples at least 3 months before planting or when problems occur during the growing season.

2
Sample Depth

Take samples from 0-20cm depth for most crops, avoiding areas with recent fertilizer application.

3
Sample Pattern

Collect 10-15 sub-samples in a zigzag pattern across the field and mix thoroughly.

4
Sample Size

Submit 500g of well-mixed soil in a clean container with proper labeling information.

Service Packages

Choose the soil testing package that best fits your needs

Basic Soil Test

pH, EC, NPK, and lime requirement

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Complete Nutrient Analysis

All macro and micronutrients plus recommendations

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Premium Package

Complete analysis plus organic matter and CEC

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Contact Information

Get in touch with our soil testing laboratory

Phone

+263 (0)86 8800 2604

Email

kutsaga@kutsaga.co.zw

Turnaround Time

48-72 hours from sample receipt