Alaska Extension & Soil Testing Directory
Find your local Alaska County Cooperative Extension office, official state university soil analysis lab, and Master Gardener volunteer plant clinics.
🔬 State Soil Testing Laboratory
Official Lab: UAF Palmer Soil Testing Laboratory
Standard Fee: $25 routine cold-climate soil test
Turnaround Time: 10 to 14 business days
State residents can obtain soil sample bags and submittal forms at any local county extension branch.
🌱 State Growing Conditions
Soil Types: Subarctic Volcanic Ash Silt Loam
Hardiness Zones: Zone 4b / 5a
Popular Crops: Giant cabbages, potatoes, peonies, rhodiola, carrots
Subarctic soils warm up late; use raised beds and black plastic mulch to extend the growing season.
Featured County Directories in Alaska (1 Listing)
Anchorage Borough
Extension Office: UAF Cooperative Extension Service - Anchorage District
Soil Lab Fee: $25 routine cold-climate soil test
Phone: (907) 786-6300
Looking for Another County in Alaska?
Every county in Alaska is supported by the state Land-Grant University Extension system. If your specific county directory is currently being indexed, you can submit your soil samples directly to UAF Palmer Soil Testing Laboratory or contact our editorial desk for direct local office hours.
Request Local Extension Info for Your CountyFrequently Asked Questions: Alaska Soil & Extension
How do I get my soil tested in Alaska?
To test your soil in Alaska, collect 10 to 12 soil cores from a depth of 4 to 6 inches across your garden or field, air-dry the sample indoors, fill out your county extension submission form, and submit it to UAF Palmer Soil Testing Laboratory or your local county extension office.
How much does soil testing cost in Alaska?
Routine soil fertility analysis in Alaska typically costs $25 routine cold-climate soil test. Turnaround time for results is usually 10 to 14 business days.
Does every county in Alaska have a Cooperative Extension Office?
Yes. Every county in Alaska is served by the state's Land-Grant University Extension system. While our directory highlights primary regional office hubs and university labs, local extension agents serve horticulturists, farmers, and home gardeners across all counties in Alaska.
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