There are many things a grower is supposed to do to ensure high yields, but soil testing is on the top list. Without the proper knowledge of your soil type, you can easily make mistakes and waste a lot of time trying to plant the wrong crops. Some people think that soil testing is a difficult task, but it should not be. You can hire a professional to test your soil. In this article, we are going to discuss the importance of soil testing. Read on.
PH Levels
You must be aware of the PH level of your soil. It will help you determine the type of nutrients which will be absorbed in the soil. Plants require nutrients to grow healthy and fast. Many soils have the right nutrients, yet plants won’t do well in them. It is because the PH levels are either too high or low, such that the plants cannot absorb the nutrients. Majority of crops will do well if the PH levels of the soil is 6.0 to 6.5.
Toxic Metals
Soils and especially in urban areas tend to have high levels of toxic metals. If you want to start using your open land, your crops might never do well. Before planting anything in that soil, make sure to carry out a soil test. Off course we have good metals like zinc, magnesium, iron, and manganese, but if your soil contains cadmium, arsenic, and lead, you are in for trouble. Such metals are not suitable for …