Soil labs by state
Florida
Florida residents are directed to the UF/IFAS Extension Soil Testing Laboratory (ESTL) for homeowner soil testing, and the current UF form says the lab only tests samples from Florida. UF/IFAS also maintains county Extension offices in all 67 counties, which residents use for forms, sample bags, local instructions, and help interpreting results. ([soilslab.ifas.ufl.edu](https://soilslab.ifas.ufl.edu/media/soilslabifasufledu/docs/LandscapeAndVegetableGardenSubmissionForm.pdf))
Checked against official sources on October 4, 2026. Rules and links change; confirm with the office listed before you act.
- State soil lab
- UF/IFAS Extension Soil Testing Laboratory
- Lab website
- Official page →
- Basic test price
- $3 per sample
- Find your county Extension office
- Official page →
Official resources in Florida
Main official UF/IFAS soil testing site for Florida residents. ([soilslab.ifas.ufl.edu](https://soilslab.ifas.ufl.edu/))
Official homeowner submission form with sample amount, mailing address, and current Test A/Test B pricing. ([soilslab.ifas.ufl.edu](https://soilslab.ifas.ufl.edu/media/soilslabifasufledu/docs/LandscapeAndVegetableGardenSubmissionForm.pdf))
County office finder for locating the UF/IFAS Extension office that serves your Florida county. ([sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu](https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/find-your-local-office/))
Florida-facing UF/IFAS page explaining soil testing and noting forms are available from county Extension offices and the lab website. ([sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu](https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/agriculture/soil-testing/?utm_source=openai))
Key facts for Florida
- Florida’s UF/IFAS Extension Soil Testing Laboratory says it tests samples originating from Florida only. ([soilslab.ifas.ufl.edu](https://soilslab.ifas.ufl.edu/media/soilslabifasufledu/docs/LandscapeAndVegetableGardenSubmissionForm.pdf))
- The homeowner Landscape and Vegetable Garden form requires about 1 cup (½ pint) of soil per sample. ([soilslab.ifas.ufl.edu](https://soilslab.ifas.ufl.edu/media/soilslabifasufledu/docs/LandscapeAndVegetableGardenSubmissionForm.pdf))
- Current homeowner Test A on the official 2024 form is $3 per sample for soil pH and lime requirement. ([soilslab.ifas.ufl.edu](https://soilslab.ifas.ufl.edu/media/soilslabifasufledu/docs/LandscapeAndVegetableGardenSubmissionForm.pdf))
- The same form lists Test B at $10 per sample for pH, lime requirement, and additional nutrient measurements. ([soilslab.ifas.ufl.edu](https://soilslab.ifas.ufl.edu/media/soilslabifasufledu/docs/LandscapeAndVegetableGardenSubmissionForm.pdf?utm_source=openai))
- UF/IFAS says submission forms can be printed from the lab website or picked up from the local county Extension office. ([ask.ifas.ufl.edu](https://ask.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/SS312))
- County drop-off is not uniform statewide: Jefferson County accepts samples for forwarding, while Volusia County says residents must mail samples themselves. ([sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu](https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/jefferson/lawn-and-garden/soil-testing/?utm_source=openai))
What to do next
- First, use the county office finder to contact your UF/IFAS county office and ask whether your county accepts soil sample drop-off or only provides bags/forms. ([sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu](https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/find-your-local-office/))
- If mailing directly, use the SL136 homeowner form, include payment in the box, and mail the sample to the Gainesville ESTL address printed on the form. ([soilslab.ifas.ufl.edu](https://soilslab.ifas.ufl.edu/media/soilslabifasufledu/docs/LandscapeAndVegetableGardenSubmissionForm.pdf))
- Ask your county Extension agent for help choosing between Test A and Test B and for interpreting the report after results arrive. ([soilslab.ifas.ufl.edu](https://soilslab.ifas.ufl.edu/media/soilslabifasufledu/docs/LandscapeAndVegetableGardenSubmissionForm.pdf))
Helpful guides
- How to take a soil sample for a lab test
- University soil labs vs. private labs vs. home kits
- How to read a soil test report
- Soil pH and lime: what your test is telling you