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Healthy Soil: KCD Soil Testing
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Program level:
Local
Provider:
King Conservation District
Benefits provided:
Financial, Free technical assistance
Land use:
Agriculture
Water-focused program:
No
Test your agricultural land's soils for free.
Overview
Description:
King Conservation District provides basic soil tests for all residents and municipalities in our service area. KCD’s soil testing program covers commercial farms and pastures. Each resident in our service area is eligible for a total of five free basic soil nutrient tests for properties they either own or rent. Additional soil tests can be ordered for $35 each. KCD pays only for basic nutrient tests. Additional tests for heavy metals or other soil properties are charged separately.
Results of soil nutrient management can include:
- Increased plant growth, yields and quality.
- Less purchased livestock feed and fertilizer.
- Better utilization of manure on your pastures
Additional information about soils is available on the website.
Eligibility:
To get started, please begin by filling out a technical assistance request form.
Financial benefit:
Five free basic soil nutrient tests per resident per year.
Contact information
Information last updated on July 15, 2025.
Planning Importance
Developing a forest, agricultural, or conservation plan helps identify and prioritize objectives for landowners. These objectives can determine what type programs to search for. Supporting organizations in your area often provide free consultation and planning.
Landscape Characteristics
See how your land fits into the broader context of regional conservation, ecosystem services, and working lands' values across the landscape through our interactive mapper tool. It could help you determine which program is a good fit for you!
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