Episode 140. The Haney Soil Test
In this episode of Voices from the Field, NCAT agriculture specialist Kara Kroeger talks with soil specialist Lance Gunderson about the Haney soil test, a test that includes an assessment of soil microbial activity. Lance is the founder of Regen Ag Lab in Pleasanton, Nebraska.
They discuss the history of the Haney test, how it’s scored, its effectiveness on both cropland and pasture and rangeland, the management practices it can suggest, and more.
The conversation is the first of two that Kara and Lance will have concerning soil tests – next week’s podcast will feature Lance’s take on the phospholipid fatty acids (PLFA) test. Be sure to listen to that discussion, as well.
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Haney Test Interpretation Guide
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