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Soil Sampling

                                                                                                        

                    Convertional Sampling

     We Geo-Reference all soil samples giving FCA and our customers accurate
     field maps and acres. By logging our sample points we can gp back and
     resample field within 1-2 meters ensuring you more accurate results
     between sampling years.

 

 

 

 


                            Zone Sampling

     Zone samples are based on precise soils mapping using equipment that
     measures soil elctro conductivity. This gives us extremly accurate soils 
     type maps. Thses fields are then sampled in 3-5 soil productivity zones
     allowing recommendations to be based on soil types with similar physical
     and yield capabilities.

 

 

 

 

 

                             Grid Sampling


     Grid sampling is a precise method of sampling most usefull on fields
     with manure histories and high testing fields. Fields are sub divided
     into 2.5 -5 acres grids. Gridding allows us to find out exactly what part
     of the fields are high, medium or low testing. Eliminating over or
     under fertilizing portions of your fields