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Soil, plant tissue and water analysis testing have proven critical in improving agricultural production and yields for smallholder farmers. It allows farmers to determine their soil's nutrient levels and composition. This information is crucial for understanding what amendments, such as fertilizers, water quality or lime, are needed to optimize soil health and crop growth. It has been shown that soil and water testing can significantly increase crop yields for smallholder farmers. By identifying nutrient deficiencies or imbalances, farmers can apply the right type and amount of fertilizers and use suitable water to address these issues, leading to healthier, more productive soils and higher yields. It also empowers farmers to make more informed decisions about what crops to grow in a given area based on the soil's suitability. This can further boost productivity and profitability. However, many smallholder farmers lack access to soil, plant tissue, and water testing services due to the high cost or are unaware of its benefits. Hence, we endeavour to increase awareness and availability of affordable soil testing to help smallholder farmers improve their soil management and agricultural productivity.
Available soil fertility test packages:
We inform soil fertility management and protect yields with plant tissue and leaf testing analysis.
"A nutrient is not considered essential unless (a) a deficiency of it makes it impossible for the plant to complete its life cycle; (b) such deficiency is specific to the nutrient in question and can be prevented or corrected only by supplying this nutrient; (c) the nutrient is directly involved in the nutrition of the plant quite apart from possible effects in correcting some unfavourable microbial or chemical condition of the soil or other culture medium." D. I. Arnon and P. R. Stout (1939)
Plants of interest:
Compost, a partially decomposed organic matter, varies based on raw materials, decomposition degree, moisture, nutrients, salt, acidity, and contaminants. Quality measures like carbon/nitrogen ratio, smell, and particle size indicate composting effectiveness. Large particle sizes indicate incomplete decomposition, foul odours indicate wet or tight piles and finished compost is dark brown and crumbly. Parameters we measure:
Manure can significantly improve soil fertility and crop yields when appropriately applied. Key benefits of manure application include improved soil chemical properties, enhanced soil physical properties and improved soil biological activity. Hence, manure is a superior fertilizer compared to synthetic fertilizers. Proper manure application rates should be based on soil tests, crop nutrient removal, and nutrient content. Manure measurement packages:
Irrigation water analysis is crucial for ensuring the quality of water used in crop production. It helps assess the chemical composition of water, which can directly affect soil health and crop productivity. Water analyses