Instructions

1. Go to the PALS website.  If you have not already created an online account, you will need to create one before proceeding.
2. Log in to your account.
3. At the top of the page: Utilities > Submit Samples Online.
4. Select the type of sample you want to submit (soil or nematode).
5. The next page will display your information. Here you can identify yourself as the consultant or add a consultant as a report recipient if you have one.
6. Complete all required fields, including the number of samples being submitted (ensure this number is accurate), the county, and—if submitting a soil sample—confirm that the sample was taken in North Carolina. Then choose Process.
7. Enter information about your samples:

• Provide sample IDs. These are created by the person submitting the samples and should help you remember where each sample was taken from. The sample ID on the form MUST match the sample ID on the physical sample box.
• A crop code or crop name is REQUIRED.
• Sample boxes can be obtained from your local NC Cooperative Extension office or at the  Agronomic Services loading dock.

8. Choose Submit Samples. 
9. The Check Out page will appear. This is your final opportunity to edit your submission. 
10. If a fee is owed, payment by credit card is required during checkout. (Soil sample fees are not charged for samples RECEIVED at the lab before Peak Soil Season begins.)
11. Follow the steps to complete credit card payment. Note: For security reasons, PALS does not store credit card information.
12. After payment is complete, a payment confirmation page will appear with a red link. Click the link to open your finalized submission form.
13. Print this form and submit a copy with your samples. This is required.

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