HOW TO SUBMIT

  1. Complete the Waste/Compost Sample Submission Form and include it with the waste sample (s).  Samples will not be accepted without this form.
  2. Submit solid waste samples in sealed, plastic bags.  Submit liquid samples in a sealed, plastic bottles with at least 2 inches of head space.
  3. Do not submit samples in glass containers or any container that may crack or leak in transit.
  4. If submitting soil and waste samples in one package, clearly address the package to the Waste Analysis Lab NOT the Soil Testing Lab or the Agronomic Division.  Failure to route the samples directly to the Waste Analysis Lab may lead to significant delays in analysis.

Waste Codes

The Waste Code on the submission form determines the tests that will be performed and the nutrient availability. Selecting the correct code is essential for obtaining accurate lab reports.

 

Example of waste code and application method fields on waste submission form

Download Waste Codes List

Application Methods

At least one land application method is required on the submission form in order to calculate nutrient availability and complete the report. Choose 1-2 methods from the choices below.

Liquid samples use:

  • IR = Surface irrigated
  • IN = Soil injected

Solid samples use:

  • BR = Broadcast without soil incorporation
  • SI = Broadcast with soil incorporation

Waste & Compost Sample Submission Codes

Tab/Accordion Items

Manure DescriptionWaste Code
Lagoon LiquidALS
Lagoon Liquid (farrow to wean)ALF
Liquid SlurryLSS
Lagoon Sludge SolidsASS
Surface Scraped SolidsSSS
CompostFCS
Mortality CompostFSM

Manure DescriptionWaste Code
Lagoon LiquidALP
Lagoon Sludge SolidsASP
Litter, Broiler BreederHBB
Litter, Broiler PulletHBP
Litter, BroilerHLB
Litter, LayerHLL
Litter, Layer PulletHLP
Litter, TurkeyHLT
CompostFCP
Mortality CompostFPM
AshCSP

Manure DescriptionWaste Code
Lagoon LiquidALD
Liquid Slurry LSD
Lagoon Sludge SolidsASD
Surface Scraped SolidsSSD
CompostFCD

Manure DescriptionWaste Code
Lagoon LiquidALB
Liquid SlurryLSB
Lagoon Sludge SolidsASB
Surface Scraped SolidsSSB
CompostFCB

Manure DescriptionWaste Code
Lagoon LiquidALO 
Liquid Slurry LSO
Lagoon Sludge SolidsASO
Surface Scraped SolidsSSO
Compost, Horse ManureFCH
Compost, Other Animal ManureFCO
Vermicompost / Worm CastingsFCV

Compost DescriptionWaste Code
Plant MaterialsFCW
Mixed MaterialsFCX
Vermicompost / Worm CastingsFCV
BiosolidsBCO
Beef ManureFCB
Dairy ManureFCD
Horse ManureFCH
Poultry ManureFCP
Poultry Mortality FPM
Swine ManureFCS
Swine MortalityFSM
Manure, Other AnimalFCO

Combustion / Thermal Byproduct Description 
BiocharCSB
Coal AshCSC
Poultry Litter AshCSP
Wood AshCSW
Ash, Mixed or OtherCSO

Untreated sewage sludge/septage is not accepted. Samples treated by digestion, composting, alkaline stabilization, or thermal drying/ dewatering are accepted.

Byproduct DescriptionWaste Code
Biosolids, CompostedBCO
Biosolids, Other Treatment (specify)BIO
Biosolids, MixedBIX
Domestic SeptageBID
Leachates / Effluents or Reclaimed WaterBLL

DescriptionWaste Code
Cover CropNCC
Plant or Crop Residue, UncompostedNCR
Wood Material / SawdustNBS

Byproduct DescriptionWaste Code
Animal Byproduct, SolidNSA
Animal Byproduct, LiquidNLA
Food or Beverage Byproduct, SolidNSF
Food or Beverage Byproduct, LiquidNLF
Grease Trap WaterGTL
Lime Byproduct (CCE test required)IOL
Paper FibersIOC
Solid, Other or MixedNSO
Liquid, Other or MixedNLO

WHERE TO SUBMIT

By Mail:

  • UPS or FedEx: 4300 Reedy Creek Rd, Raleigh, NC 27607
  • US Postal Service:  1040 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699.  Allow additional time for delivery.

By Courier:  Many NCSU County Extension offices offer a courier service to deliver laboratory samples to the Agronomic Division.  Contact your County Extension office to inquire if this service is available in your area.

In Person:  Samples may be dropped off at the Agronomic Division loading dock Monday - Friday between the hours of 7: 00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., except State holidays.  

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This page was last modified on 02/13/2026