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Frequently
Asked Questions About Other Analytical Testing
I see that the WSU Puyallup Plant Clinic does not provide soil testing.
Where I can I send my soil for such testing?
 Lists
of Analytical Laboratories serving the Pacific Northwest can be
found at these two websites:
EB1578e:
Analytical Laboratories and Consultants Serving Agriculture in the
Pacific Northwest
Listing
of Analytical Laboratories Serving Oregon
Be
sure to call several companies for information on services and fees
(as these can vary widely) before deciding on a laboratory to use.
Remember
that the results of a soil test are only as valid as the quality
of the sample submitted. Sampling recommendations can be found in
many places including:
For
interpretation of results, Oregon State University provides the
following guide:
I need to have my horse's hay analyzed for nutrient content, where
can I find information on laboratories providing this type of testing?
Animal
nutrition analysis is provided by many of the companies listed in:
I am thinking about starting a nursery operation specializing in
growing maples and would like to have the soil tested for the presence
of the Verticillium wilt pathogen. Does your laboratory provide
this testing?
At this time, we are not equipped to handle soil testing
for the pathogen Verticillium. The Plant
Clinic at Oregon State University runs such tests. You will
want to contact them for additional information.
I recently observed my neighbor spraying several plants in my yard
with an unknown pesticide. The plants rapidly turned black and started
dying back. What should I do?
 The
Washington State Department of Agriculture is best equipped to handle
pesticide misuse questions and situations.
You
can contact them at 360-902-2040. Please leave a message on their
answering machine and they will respond to your question.
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