Maryland Extension & Soil Testing Directory
Find your local Maryland County Cooperative Extension office, official state university soil analysis lab, and Master Gardener volunteer plant clinics.
🔬 State Soil Testing Laboratory
Official Lab: UME Recommended Regional Soil Testing Laboratories
Standard Fee: $15 – $20 per sample
Turnaround Time: 5 to 7 business days
State residents can obtain soil sample bags and submittal forms at any local county extension branch.
🌱 State Growing Conditions
Soil Types: Piedmont Silt Loam & Manor Loam
Hardiness Zones: Zone 7a
Popular Crops: Tomatoes, peppers, berries, turf grass, native perennials
Chesapeake Bay watershed protection guidelines require soil testing before applying nitrogen or phosphorus.
Featured County Directories in Maryland (1 Listing)
Montgomery County
Extension Office: University of Maryland Extension - Montgomery County
Soil Lab Fee: $15 – $20 per sample
Phone: (301) 590-9638
Looking for Another County in Maryland?
Every county in Maryland 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 UME Recommended Regional Soil Testing Laboratories or contact our editorial desk for direct local office hours.
Request Local Extension Info for Your CountyFrequently Asked Questions: Maryland Soil & Extension
How do I get my soil tested in Maryland?
To test your soil in Maryland, 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 UME Recommended Regional Soil Testing Laboratories or your local county extension office.
How much does soil testing cost in Maryland?
Routine soil fertility analysis in Maryland typically costs $15 – $20 per sample. Turnaround time for results is usually 5 to 7 business days.
Does every county in Maryland have a Cooperative Extension Office?
Yes. Every county in Maryland 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 Maryland.
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Sahajul is an independent agricultural data researcher based in India and founder of LocalSoilLab.com. He specializes in compiling, structuring, and verifying US land-grant university extension services, soil lab testing fee schedules, and county Master Gardener contact directories directly from official .edu and USDA NIFA portals.