Title: Analyze soil test reports.
Course: Livestock Production Management (18301-II) > Section: Using Plant Science in Agricultural Production

Analysis should include

- taking a sample from the soil where the crop will be grown
- reviewing the soil report
- evaluating the soil report for pH, levels of nitrogen (N), potassium (K), phosphorus (P), calcium (Ca), magnesium (Mg), and sulfur (S)
- determining fertilization needs.

Process/Skill Questions:

- How can an extension agent assist with soil test reports?
- What data in a soil test report helps determine fertilization needs?
- At what pH should a field's soil be for certain seeds?
- How does the pH of soil affect nutrient availability?
- What does pH measure?
- When should lime be added to soil?
- What is a soil amendment?
- What are macronutrients? Micronutrients?