“Without knowing
basic properties like the
nutrient levels, organic
matter content, and acidity
or alkalinity levels of a soil
or growing medium, it is
difficult or even impossible
to know what needs to be
added to the soil for its
optimal health.”
are often a state’s university system,
or are a private institution that were
given state-owned land at some point
in its existence for the purposes of
promoting research and awarding
degrees in the fields of agriculture
and engineering (in contrast with
those schools that had a liberal arts
focus). While the range of services
that extension offices vary from state
to state, it is near universal that
they serve to help folks with their
farming and gardening problems
and assist with basic services such
as soil testing and analysis. They are
a great resource for many people and
often offer free or low-cost services to
their constituents.
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