Soil Testing Services

Improve the Health and Productivity of Your Most Valuable Asset – Your Soil

Designed for farmers and growers striving for optimal results from the ground up. Gain valuable insights and actionable recommendations of your soil nutrient levels, soil health and fertility.

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Soil Testing Kit
Enhanced Crop Productivity

Enhanced Crop Productivity

Comprehensive, accurate and reliable soil testing services

Get precise soil analysis to unlock your soil’s potential, optimise nutrient levels, and improve crop productivity, ensuring soil acidity is not a limitation, leading to bountiful harvests.

Soil Testing Suites

Composite Analysis

Comprehensive suite of tests that provide a holistic assessment of your sample.

Basic Soil Analysis

Basic Soil Analysis

Soil nutrient test without sulphate analysis
Measures: pH, Olsen P, Ca, Mg, K, Na, Bulk Density, CEC, Base Saturation
When to test: Pre-plant for arable and before the establishment of new pastures and orchards. To monitor pasture soils every two or three years.

Price: $68.00

Pasture Soil Analysis

Pasture Soil Analysis

The recommended soil fertility suite for nutrient budget analysis
Measures: pH, Olsen P, Ca, Mg, K, Na, Bulk Density, CEC, Base Saturation + SO4-S + Organic S
When to test: Pre-plant for arable and before establishment of new pastures and orchards. To monitor pasture soils every two or three years.

Price: $90.00

Cropping Soil Analysis

Cropping Soil Analysis

Enhance Yield Potential with Soil Analysis. Measure Nutrients for Thriving Crops
Measures: pH, Olsen P, Ca, Mg, K, Na, Bulk Density, CEC, Base Saturation + SO4-S + Organic S + Anaerobic Mineralisable N
When to test: Pre-plant.

Price: $134.00

Extra Analysis

Additional tests that can be added to a composite analysis for more detailed insights.

Mineral N (Deep Nitrogen Test) Analysis

Mineral N (Deep Nitrogen Test) Analysis

Mineral N Analysis for immediately available Nitrogen
Measures: Ammoniacal-N and Nitrate-N
When to test: Pre-plant and/or just before side dress N is applied.

Price: $53.00

Potentially Mineralisable Nitrogen (PMN)

Potentially Mineralisable Nitrogen (PMN)

Smart Sustainability through PMN Testing! Cost-Efficiency for Nitrogen Management
Measures: Nitrogen potentially released from organic matter over a period of time during crop growth
When to test: On cropping soils before planting.

Price: $52.00

Anion Storage Capacity (P Retention)

Anion Storage Capacity (P Retention)

Be aware of the phosphate requirement of soil to increase plant available phosphate levels
Measures: Measures the ability of the soil to store anions like phosphate and sulphate
When to test: Only once per paddock as an extra test during regular soil testing. ASC is a property of the soil that does not change significantly over time.

Price: $27.00

Reserve Potassium (TBK)

Reserve Potassium (TBK)

Tap into the ability of some soils to release potassium over time
Measures: Potassium captured within the clay structures of the soil that is not extracted by the conventional quick soil test. It is the fraction of potassium that is slower to become plant available
When to test: As an extra test during routine soil testing on sedimentary and recent soils.

Price: $32.00

Anaerobically Mineralisable Nitrogen (AMN)

Anaerobically Mineralisable Nitrogen (AMN)

Provides insights into soil nitrogen availability
Measures: Potentially available nitrogen through anaerobic soil incubation
When to test: Pre-plant.

Price: $25.00

Organic Matter

Organic Matter

Monitor carbon sequestration
Measures: Organic matter content is calculated by multiplying total carbon by 1.72
When to test: As an extra test during routine soil testing.

Price: $27.00

Exchangeable Aluminium

Exchangeable Aluminium

Confirm aluminium toxicity that can negatively affect plant growth
Measures: Aluminium extractable with an dilute calcium chloride solution
When to test: Only when the pH is below 5.5

Price: $27.00

Hot Water Soluble Boron

Hot Water Soluble Boron

Master Soil Nutrients with Boron Testing. Vital for Growth
Measures: Soil boron
When to test: During routine soil testing for boron sensitive crops, mainly high value horticultural crops.

Price: $32.00

Trace Element Testing (EDTA)

Trace Element Testing (EDTA)

Measure key elements essential for Thriving Crops
Measures: Fe, Mn, Cu, Zn, Co
When to test: During routine soil testing and when micro-nutrient deficiency symptoms in crops are observed, typical chlorosis of leaves.

Price: $40.00

Resin Phosphorus

Resin Phosphorus

Soil Potential with Resin Phosphorus Testing
Measures: Phosphate in soil solution especially applicable to limed soils and RPR treated soils
When to test: During routine soil tests.

Price: $27.00

Total Carbon and Nitrogen

Total Carbon and Nitrogen

Evaluate Total Carbon & Nitrogen! Gauge to important factors of Soil Health for Sustainability
Measures: Total carbon, Total Nitrogen. Organic Matter content and C/N ratio are calculated from these measures
When to test: During routine soil testing.

Price: $42.00

EPA Heavy Metals

EPA Heavy Metals

Ensure Environmental Compliance through EPA Metals Testing. Meet Standards
Measures: As, Cd, Cr, Cu, Pb, Hg, Ni, Zn
When to test: When land is sold or where there is a change of use, or when contamination is expected.

Price: $112.00

EPA Total Elemental Analysis

EPA Total Elemental Analysis

Gain insights on elements less frequently tested for and total quantities of nutrients present but not necessary plant available
Measures: Most elements
When to test: N/A

Price: Price on Application

Hot Water Extractable Carbon

Hot Water Extractable Carbon

Track subtle changes in soil quality based on labile carbon compounds
Measures: Easily extractable soluble carbon compounds
When to test: N/A

Price: $27.00

Free Standing Analysis

Individual tests available for specific analysis needs.

EPA Heavy Metals

EPA Heavy Metals

Ensure Environmental Compliance through EPA Metals Testing. Meet Standards
Measures: As, Cd, Cr, Cu, Pb, Hg, Ni, Zn
When to test: When land is sold or where there is a change of use, or when contamination is expected.

Price: $112.00

EPA Total Elemental Analysis

EPA Total Elemental Analysis

Gain insights on elements less frequently tested for and total quantities of nutrients present but not necessary plant available
Measures: Most elements
When to test: N/A

Price: Price on Application

DDT

DDT

Secure Dairy Quality with DDT Testing. Prevent Milk Contamination by Managing DDT Levels in Soil
Measures: DDT isomers
When to test: When buying land or converting land to dairy farming.

Price: Price on Application

Multiresidue / Acidic Herbicide Screen

Multiresidue / Acidic Herbicide Screen

Be chemical aware
Measures: Multiresidue, Organochlorine Pesticides, Organonitrogen and Organophosphorus Pesticides, Acidic Herbicides, Sulfonylureas, Glyphosate
When to test: When crops exhibit adverse effects typically associated with herbicide damage. For organic compliance or personal peace fo mind that the soil or water is not contaminated.

Price: Price on Application

Efficient Resource Management

Optimise Inputs with 4R Principles for Sustainable Agriculture

Use accurate soil testing for informed fertiliser and irrigation decisions. Optimise nutrient management for better yields and quality, maximising profits while adhering to eco-friendly 4R principles.

Efficient Resource Management
Cost Savings and Environmental Sustainability

Cost Savings and Environmental Sustainability

Nurture Profitability and Ecosystems Alike

By identifying nutrient deficiencies and soil imbalances through precise testing, implement targeted corrective measures that reduce input costs, maximise profitability, and promote sustainable farming practices, safeguarding your financial success and the environment.

Environmental Stewardship

Promote Sustainable Land Use Practices

By understanding soil health through comprehensive testing, you can adopt sustainable land management strategies, minimising environmental impact and preserving natural resources for future generations.

Environmental Stewardship

Get the results you need from ARL

Three easy steps. Easy to follow instructions.

1

Kit

Order your kit online, receive tools and instructions at your doorstep.

2

Sample

Collect your samples and send them to our lab for testing.

3

Results

Get expert advice and answers to make the right decisions.

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About ARL

About ARL

Why test soil, plant, feed, and fertiliser?

ARL offers a wide range of testing services for soil, plants, and feed quality to manage the health and productivity of soil, crops, and animals.

Soil testing determines the nutrient status of the soil, while plant analysis helps assess trace element status for animal health and optimal production.

Used together, soil testing and plant analysis provide a complete picture of a crop’s needs, empowering informed decision-making.

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