Hamilton County Conservation District
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​Soil Fertility Testing Kit

We partner with PennState Extension to provide soil testing services to Hamilton County, Ohio Residents.
Basic fertility testing is $10 payable directly to PennState Extension. Forms can be printed from the links below.  
Dry soil samples should be placed in a zip style plastic bag.  The zip style bag will need the following information written on it:
  • Name:
  • Sample ID or Field Name:
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 The PennState Extension Soil Test Order Form must be included with the soil sample sent in the plastic bag.
  • Collect the sample in the same manor as noted on the Soil Sampling Instructions.
  • Allow sample to air dry before placing in the zip style bag.
  • Place approximately one (1) cup of dry soil in the zip style plastic bag.
Mail both the soil sample, completed order form, and check for test to Penn State at the address listed on the order form.
​As part of this program,  test results generated for a Hamilton County, Ohio Residents will also become available to the District to provide free consultation to the resident. Feel free to contact us with any questions.
Soil Test Order Form
Soil Sampling Instructions

Soil Testing Information

Intro to Soil Testing

Compost Data Chart

Soil Fertility Study

Soil Health Information

2018 Soil Health Powerpoint

Organic Fertilizer Alternatives

Smart Gardening

Tree Planting Instructions

Lawn Care - Keeping it Environmentally Friendly in Hamilton County

District Cover Crop 
Demonstration and Study Project -  2014 to 2018



Office Hours: Monday to Friday 8 am to 4 pm

1325 East Kemper Road, ​Suite 115
​Cincinnati, OH 45246

​Phone: (513) 772-7645
The Hamilton County Soil & Water Conservation District is a legal subdivision of the State of Ohio responsible for the conservation of natural resources within Hamilton County, Ohio. We have a special emphasis on soil and water with a focus on assisting landowners in planning and applying conservation practices on the land. HCSWCD is dedicated to the sustainable use of our natural resources and to encouraging positive behavioral changes that produce a higher quality of life for our citizens. The District assists all Hamilton County residents, schools and jurisdictions through our free services and dynamic partnerships that continually provide innovative solutions for the challenges of our region.
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  • About
    • Organizational Profile
    • Board of Supervisors
    • Staff
    • Annual Reports
    • Transparency >
      • Financial Reports
      • Long Range Plan
      • Board Meeting Schedule
      • Special Meeting
    • Employment
    • Election
  • What We Do
    • Earthwork
    • Conservation Education
    • Hamilton County Storm Water District
    • Watershed Management >
      • Watershed Planning
      • Demonstration Watershed
      • Regional Leadership
  • How Can We Help
    • Complaint & Inquiry Form
    • Technical Assistance
    • Soil Fertility
    • Agriculture
    • Drainage and Erosion
    • Seasonal Stormwater Tips
    • Publications >
      • Newsletters
      • Blogs
      • Vlogs
  • Get Involved!
    • Sales >
      • Tree Sale Preview
    • Programs & Workshops >
      • Upcoming >
        • Reading Club
      • Archive >
        • Skimmers
        • Rain Barrel Workshop
        • Pond Clinic >
          • Pond Clinic Resources
        • Ag Breakfast
    • Volunteer >
      • Live Staking