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	RESOURCE INFORMATION                               Homeowners How to take a good soil sample for:     •Lawn     •Garden     •Flower bed     •Trees How often should I sample? Can I ask for additional assistance from the lab in evaluating my soil test results? Are the "do it yourself" soil test kits sold in garden centers as accurate as a sample sent to CAL MAR Labs? Does CAL MAR Labs sell fertilizer or other nutrient products? What is limestone? Now that I have my test results in hand explain to me how do I raise the pH of my soil? How do I lower the pH of my soil? What are the most important things to know and understand when growing plants? Agriculture What is the best soil sampling strategy for my farm? Sampling strategy can vary based on several factors including soil variability, crops to be grown, fertilizer application methods, and of course, budget. Contact one of our agronomy specialists in the Mapping Office (219-261-3448 or 3449 or mapping@calmarlabs.com) to discuss your specific situation. How often should I sample? Generally, CALMAR recommends re-sampling once every four years. However, this can also vary based on your own situation & goals. Contact one of our agronomy specialists in the Mapping Office (219-261-3448 or 3449 or mapping@calmarlabs.com) to discuss your specific situation. Can I talk to one of CALMAR Labs agronomists about my soil test results? Absolutely! Our agronomy specialists in the Mapping Office will be happy to assist in interpreting your results & recommendations. Can I schedule a CALMAR Labs agronomist to speak to a group of people? Yes. Contact our Mapping Office to discuss & schedule a presentation. Where can I talk to a GPS specialist? Contact the Mapping Office to talk to a GPS specialist.