The Soil, Water and Plant Tissue Laboratory, offers a vital laboratory service to our farmers and other stakeholders by conducting analyses of soil, water and plant samples as well providing the necessary recommendations. The samples are collected by officers of RPPD or by private individuals with instructions from the RPPD's brochure 'Soil Sampling Made Easy'.
Functions of the Laboratory
Brief History
ISO Accreditation
Tests Done in Laboratory
FAQS
Click here to see a listing of the major soil types in Jamaica and the crops that thrive in them.
Do you know that there are various types of soils that are found in each parish? Click here to find out more..
Do you know the benefits of the nutrients found in our soils? Click here to find out more..
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