Agronomic Services — Plant Tissue Analysis
Kristin A. Hicks, Ph.D., section chief
Plant tissue analysis can indicate whether plants contain the concentrations of essential nutrients necessary for optimum growth. Results help growers monitor nutrient uptake, correct deficiencies before they reach a critical stage and, for some crops, time harvest appropriately. Note: Plant tissue analysis does not include analysis of forage plants for use as animal feed. Feed analysis is provided through the NCDA&CS Food & Drug Protection Division. Standard Analysis includes: nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, calcium, magnesium, sulfur, sodium, iron, zinc, manganese, copper, boron and aluminum. Standard fee per sample:
*Samples qualify for the in-state rate if they originated in North Carolina. Research samples require an annual research agreement prior to submission. All research samples receive a 10% analysis recheck for quality control at no added cost. Extra tests available at $2 each:
Note: petiole NO3-N is a required test for strawberry and cotton samples. Molybdenum is a required test for Brassicas, spinach, poinsettia and alfalfa. |
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