Category Archives: Issues

Supplies being shipped

Today, we shipped over 180 different packages of supplies to clients. It’s not often that you will see two shipping carriers: UPS and Spee-Dee loading their trucks with supplies for Midwest Laboratories Clients.

Soil Sampling Supplies

Please get your soil supply orders in. We have received orders in the last two days for 5,000, 10,000 and 30,000 soil bags. It appears companies and growers alike are gearing up for a big soil samples season this fall.  

Soil Sampling Supplies

It is not too early to start thinking about your soil sampling supplies. Yesterday an order came through for 500 soil bags for that fall sampling season. Make sure you get your order in early so you have the proper supplies on hand for the fall season.  Call the laboratory at 402-334-7770.  Also, with your…

Heat returns to the midwest

It is extremely uncomfortable outside today.  Temperatures in the upper 90′s along with high humidity, also in the upper 90′s. It makes for a very unpleasant day out. Stay cool and drink lots of water. Also, minimize time spent outside if you can. Hang in there till Wednesday, temperatures are supposed to fall into the…

North American Manure Expo

Today, representatives from Midwest Laboratories will have a booth at this particular show. Show hours are 7.00am -6.00pm. Check out more information online and download the program. Located on the campus of Northeast Technical Community College – Norfolk, Nebraska It looks to be a program-packed show.    

Heat is coming

It appears that the heat will be here with temperatures in the 90′s all week in this part of the country. Stay cool!  A lot of people are getting in the fields and pulling plant samples for analysis. In addition, some growers are checking their soil one last time to insure proper nutrients remain in…

Plant Tissue Testing

Plant tissue analysis is still going strong. Lots of samples still coming in. We are receiving feedback that the analysis is helping growers manage their plant nutrition plans. If you have questions concerning plant tissue testing, please call today! 402-334-7770

Sample Paperwork

This is just a reminder, please include your sample paperwork with your samples.  We receive a number of samples where packages get separated and one box arrives before the other box.  It is hard to work with samples and not know what the analysis being requested is.

Well Water Check – A Matter of Safety

If you live in a flood-ravaged area, be aware that you may need to get your water tested for your own safety. . Water kits are available along with analysis. Call a Midwest Laboratories Representative Today.    

Crop Outlook

Those of you who have planted corn and soybeans, where are you at in your soil/plant management? Are you looking to add more nitrogen to your plants or manage your weeds? Obviously some of you who are reading this post are experiencing above normal water levels; especially those of you along the Missouri River.  What…