Soil Testing Results Review Checklist
Unlock your farm's potential! This Soil Testing Results Review checklist guides you through interpreting lab reports, optimizing fertilizer use, boosting crop yields, and ensuring healthy soil for sustainable agriculture.
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Initial Information & Lab Details
Verify details of the soil sample and lab to ensure accuracy and traceability.
Sample ID (Lab Assigned)
Field Name/Location
Sample Collection Date
Lab Name
Report Date
Sample Depth (inches/cm)
Sample Type (e.g., Composite, Profile)
Notes/Comments on Sampling (e.g., unusual conditions)
Macronutrient Review (N, P, K)
Assess levels of Nitrogen, Phosphorus, and Potassium, comparing them to crop-specific requirements and optimal ranges.
Nitrogen (N) Level (ppm/kg)
Phosphorus (P) Level (ppm/kg)
Potassium (K) Level (ppm/kg)
Nitrogen Form (if applicable)
Nitrogen Index (if applicable, based on lab recommendation)
Nitrogen Deficiency/Sufficiency?
Notes on P and K levels and availability
Phosphorus Saturation Percentage (if available)
pH & Salinity Assessment
Evaluate soil pH and salinity levels for impact on nutrient availability and crop health.
Current Soil pH
Electrical Conductivity (EC) - Salinity (dS/m)
Soil Type (Influence on pH buffering)
Irrigation Water pH (if applicable)
Notes on Visual Observations (e.g., white crust on soil surface)
Target Soil pH (for this crop)
pH Issue?
Micronutrient Review (Fe, Mn, Zn, Cu, B, Mo)
Analyze micronutrient levels and identify potential deficiencies or toxicities.
Iron (Fe) - ppm
Manganese (Mn) - ppm
Zinc (Zn) - ppm
Copper (Cu) - ppm
Boron (B) - ppm
Molybdenum (Mo) - ppm
Iron Deficiency Symptoms Observed?
Notes on Micronutrient Status & Potential Interactions
Organic Matter & Soil Health Indicators
Review organic matter content, cation exchange capacity (CEC), and other indicators of soil health and structure.
Organic Matter (%)
Cation Exchange Capacity (CEC) (meq/100g)
Bulk Density (g/cm³)
Soil Aggregate Stability Score (visual assessment, 1-5)
Visual Assessment of Soil Structure
Notes on Field Observations (e.g., visual signs of compaction, waterlogging)
Presence of Earthworms (approximate count)
Signs of Soil Degradation (select all that apply)
Contaminant Screening & Heavy Metals
Check for the presence of contaminants like heavy metals (lead, arsenic, cadmium) and other potential pollutants.
Presence of Lead (Pb) Detected?
Lead (Pb) Concentration (mg/kg)
Presence of Arsenic (As) Detected?
Arsenic (As) Concentration (mg/kg)
Presence of Cadmium (Cd) Detected?
Cadmium (Cd) Concentration (mg/kg)
Additional Contaminants Screened (if any)
Lab Report (Contaminant Screening)
Recommendations & Action Plan
Formulate recommendations based on the results and create a plan for corrective actions (fertilization, amendments, etc.).
Summary of Key Deficiencies/Excesses
Recommended Fertilizer Types
Recommended Nitrogen Application Rate (kg/ha)
Recommended Phosphorus Application Rate (kg/ha)
Recommended Potassium Application Rate (kg/ha)
Application Method
Planned Application Date
Additional Notes & Considerations (e.g., weather conditions, irrigation schedule)
Supporting Documentation (e.g., fertilizer product labels, application maps)
Record Keeping & Documentation
Ensure all results, recommendations, and actions taken are properly documented and archived for future reference.
Date of Review
Reviewer Name
Reviewer Title/Role
Summary of Findings & Recommendations
Original Soil Test Report (PDF)
Action Items and Planned Corrective Measures
Date of Next Soil Test (if applicable)
Report Status
Notes/Comments (e.g., deviations from recommendations, unexpected results)
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