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Franklin Co. Soil Testing ?

14 years ago

I have lived here on Smith Mountain Lake for 15 Years and have never had my soil tested. Where is a good place to have it done? Virginia Tech? Are there any deficiencies common to this area? Please, don't everyone answer at once. (LOL) Any recommendations are appreciated. Thanks.

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tom_va
14 years ago
Check w/ your local extension office. If you have a "good one" they'll be most helpful. Of course, most of them use VT so take that for whatever you want :-)

Link below.

Regards,

Tom

Here is a link that might be useful: VA extension
hardclay7a
Original Author
14 years ago
Tom,
Thanks for the link.
Ken
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