​Soil Fertility Testing

The District partners with PennState Extension to provide soil testing services to Hamilton County, Ohio Residents.
Basic fertility testing is $10 per sample, payable directly to PennState Extension.
​Forms can be printed from these links:
Soil Testing Instructions:
  • Collect the sample following these "How to Collect a Soil Sample" instructions:
  • Allow sample to air dry before placing approximately one (1) cup of dry soil in a zip style bag.
  • The zip style bag will need the following information written on it:
    • Name:
    • Sample ID or Field Name:
  • Be sure the Sample ID or Field Name matches the name you put on the corresponding soil test order form.
  • If you are testing samples from more than one area of your property, be sure to label each accordingly on the bag and form (eg. garden, orchard, turf lawn, etc.)
  • ​Mail the soil sample, completed order form, and a check for $10 per 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 at 513-485-6820 or [email protected].

Soil Testing Information

​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