Florida Extension & Soil Testing Directory
Find your local Florida County Cooperative Extension office, official state university soil analysis lab, and Master Gardener volunteer plant clinics.
🔬 State Soil Testing Laboratory
Official Lab: UF/IFAS Extension Soil Testing Laboratory
Standard Fee: $10 per routine garden soil sample
Turnaround Time: 7 to 10 business days
State residents can obtain soil sample bags and submittal forms at any local county extension branch.
🌱 State Growing Conditions
Soil Types: Sandy Myakka Soils, highly permeable
Hardiness Zones: Zone 9b / 10a
Popular Crops: Strawberries, citrus, avocados, sweet corn, St. Augustine turf
Florida sandy soils require frequent organic amendments and slow-release nitrogen fertilizers.
Featured County Directories in Florida (3 Listings)
Hillsborough County
Extension Office: UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County
Soil Lab Fee: $10 per routine garden soil sample
Phone: (813) 744-5519
Miami-Dade County
Extension Office: UF/IFAS Extension Miami-Dade County
Soil Lab Fee: $10 per routine soil sample
Phone: (305) 248-3311
Orange County
Extension Office: UF/IFAS Extension Orange County
Soil Lab Fee: $10 per routine soil sample
Phone: (407) 254-9200
Looking for Another County in Florida?
Every county in Florida 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 UF/IFAS Extension Soil Testing Laboratory or contact our editorial desk for direct local office hours.
Request Local Extension Info for Your CountyFrequently Asked Questions: Florida Soil & Extension
How do I get my soil tested in Florida?
To test your soil in Florida, 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 UF/IFAS Extension Soil Testing Laboratory or your local county extension office.
How much does soil testing cost in Florida?
Routine soil fertility analysis in Florida typically costs $10 per routine garden soil sample. Turnaround time for results is usually 7 to 10 business days.
Does every county in Florida have a Cooperative Extension Office?
Yes. Every county in Florida 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 Florida.
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