1. Utility of soil testing kits to rural farmers

We manufacture soil testing kits which can be used for testing pH, Nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium levels in soil. These kits can be used to find nutrient deficiencies and problems related to acidity and alkalinity and to estimate fertilizers application in soil. It is easy to operate and with some minor training, technicians and lead farmers can easily handle these kits with great accuracy. It is very useful for farmers from remote areas who do not have access to soil testing laboratories

2. What is the cost of test kits? How many samples does one test kit can test?

It costs Rs 7290 (including 13% VAT) for each kit that can test about 50 soil samples.

3. How commonly soil is tested?

As more and more farmers are getting aware about the benefits of soil testing, the trend is growing. Many farm entrepreneurs come to us often to get their soil tested before starting new farms. Cooperatives, Agricultural Knowledge Centers, Projects, Agriculture Section of municipalities are our most common clients.

4. How often do soils have to be tested?

For commercial farming we recommend soil testing every year.

5. Expiration date of test kits?

As long as you do not contaminate the reagents, it can be safely used for at least 6 months. Under good storage condition, it can give good results up to 2 years.

6. How is soil sampled from crop land?

For details please click on the link below:
A. Watch Soil Sampling Video
B. Download Soil sampling Procedure

7. Accuracy of tests using kits? Comparison of test kits with testing in laboratory?

As soil testing kits give results in levels (high, medium and low), it is mostly useful for fertilizer recommendation and correcting macro nutrient deficiencies. However, for planning for long term enterprises like plantation and cash crops we recommend detailed laboratory tests. It gives you results with great accuracy. Routine parameters test can cost you Rs 2150 (N, P, K, pH, OC and Texture) and additional cost may be added depending on the parameters you want to analyze.