Kentucky Extension & Soil Testing Directory
Find your local Kentucky County Cooperative Extension office, official state university soil analysis lab, and Master Gardener volunteer plant clinics.
🔬 State Soil Testing Laboratory
Official Lab: UK Regulatory Services Soil Testing Laboratory
Standard Fee: $7 per routine sample for KY residents
Turnaround Time: 3 to 5 business days
State residents can obtain soil sample bags and submittal forms at any local county extension branch.
🌱 State Growing Conditions
Soil Types: Bluegrass Limestone Silt Loam (Maury Soil Series)
Hardiness Zones: Zone 6b / 7a
Popular Crops: Bluegrass turf, berries, tomatoes, peppers, sweet corn
Kentucky limestone soils are rich in natural phosphorus; focus fertilizer testing on nitrogen and potassium.
Featured County Directories in Kentucky (1 Listing)
Fayette County
Extension Office: UK Cooperative Extension - Fayette County
Soil Lab Fee: $7 per routine sample for KY residents
Phone: (859) 257-5582
Looking for Another County in Kentucky?
Every county in Kentucky 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 UK Regulatory Services Soil Testing Laboratory or contact our editorial desk for direct local office hours.
Request Local Extension Info for Your CountyFrequently Asked Questions: Kentucky Soil & Extension
How do I get my soil tested in Kentucky?
To test your soil in Kentucky, 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 UK Regulatory Services Soil Testing Laboratory or your local county extension office.
How much does soil testing cost in Kentucky?
Routine soil fertility analysis in Kentucky typically costs $7 per routine sample for KY residents. Turnaround time for results is usually 3 to 5 business days.
Does every county in Kentucky have a Cooperative Extension Office?
Yes. Every county in Kentucky 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 Kentucky.
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