Soil Testing Services & Kits — Optimize Every Shilling You Spend on Fertilizer

Soil testing tells you exactly what nutrients your soil lacks and what pH level it has. This prevents over-fertilizing (wasting money) or under-fertilizing (low yields). Farmers who test soil save 30-50% on fertilizer costs while increasing yields by 20-40%. Without a soil test, you are essentially farming blind.

Basic soil test (pH, Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Potassium) costs UGX 50,000 per sample. Comprehensive test (includes organic matter, calcium, magnesium, sulfur, and micronutrients) costs UGX 120,000. DIY test kits cost UGX 35,000 and allow you to test up to 10 different spots. We offer discounts for cooperatives and farmers testing 10+ samples.

Walk your field in a zigzag pattern, take 10-15 small samples from 6 inches deep using a clean trowel or soil probe. Mix all samples in a clean plastic bucket, remove stones and plant material, then bring us about 500g of the mixed sample. We provide free soil sampling bags and written instructions. We can also send our agronomist to sample for you at UGX 30,000 per field plus transport.

Basic soil test results are ready in 3-5 working days after we receive your sample. Comprehensive tests take 5-7 working days. We provide a detailed report via email or WhatsApp, and our agronomist schedules a 15-minute call to explain the results and fertilizer recommendations specific to your crop.

The best time is 2-3 months before planting, so you have time to amend the soil with lime (for low pH) or organic matter before planting. Test at the same time each year to track changes. Avoid testing immediately after applying fertilizer or manure — wait 4-6 weeks for accurate results.