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Soil test for Organic Garden #891490
Asked January 11, 2025, 10:08 AM EST
Kent County Michigan
Expert Response
The recommendations can be used for organic production, but will only tell you how much of the main nutrients are needed. You would need to identify an appropriate organic nutrient source, though we can provide assistance with that if you need it.
Here is a link to the report for one of my plots, so you can see what your report would look like. When you read through it, you will find a section detailing natural organic fertilizer options. Please note that organic amendments that add nutrients to the soil are considered organic fertilizers and are appropriate to use for organic production.
https://homesoiltest.msu.edu/your-results/code/758PQ4
Here is some information on fertilizer use, including a section on organic nutrient sources and a table that includes the nutrient contributions of several organic sources.
https://www.canr.msu.edu/resources/fertilizer_basics_for_the_smart_gardener