Nevada Extension & Soil Testing Directory
Find your local Nevada County Cooperative Extension office, official state university soil analysis lab, and Master Gardener volunteer plant clinics.
🔬 State Soil Testing Laboratory
Official Lab: UNR Partner Environmental Testing Labs
Standard Fee: $25 – $40 desert salinity 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: Alkaline Great Basin Desert Soil (pH 7.5 - 8.5)
Hardiness Zones: Zone 7a / 7b
Popular Crops: Garlic, onions, tomatoes, desert perennials, fruit trees
Nevada soils are highly alkaline; incorporate organic compost and elemental sulfur to lower pH.
Featured County Directories in Nevada (1 Listing)
Washoe County
Extension Office: UNR Extension - Washoe County
Soil Lab Fee: $25 – $40 desert salinity sample
Phone: (775) 784-4848
Looking for Another County in Nevada?
Every county in Nevada 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 UNR Partner Environmental Testing Labs or contact our editorial desk for direct local office hours.
Request Local Extension Info for Your CountyFrequently Asked Questions: Nevada Soil & Extension
How do I get my soil tested in Nevada?
To test your soil in Nevada, 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 UNR Partner Environmental Testing Labs or your local county extension office.
How much does soil testing cost in Nevada?
Routine soil fertility analysis in Nevada typically costs $25 – $40 desert salinity sample. Turnaround time for results is usually 7 to 10 business days.
Does every county in Nevada have a Cooperative Extension Office?
Yes. Every county in Nevada 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 Nevada.
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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.