Schedule of Fees

LABNET offers a full range of analytical testing services tailored to the horticulture and environmental industries. Our pricing reflects our commitment to delivering high-quality, scientifically rigorous results with responsive turnaround times. The following fee schedule outlines standard testing options available to growers, manufacturers, researchers, and industry professionals.

For specialized projects, large-volume submissions, or custom research panels, please contact our lab directly for a personalized quote.

Plant Tissue Testing

Standard Nutrient Testing

Custom Tissue Panel / Specialty Crop

Standard Nutrient Testing

N, P, K, Ca, Mg, S, Fe, Mn, Zn, Cu, B

Full-panel analysis for macronutrients and micronutrients to assess overall plant health.

Petiole Nitrate-N Test

Custom Tissue Panel / Specialty Crop

Standard Nutrient Testing

Measures nitrate concentration in petioles to guide nitrogen management.

Custom Tissue Panel / Specialty Crop

Tailored testing to meet crop-specific nutritional benchmarks.

Pathogen Screening

Tissue pH and EC Measurement

Custom Tissue Panel / Specialty Crop

Visual & Microscopic.

Identification of visible symptoms and microscopic pathogens affecting tissue.

Heavy Metal Screening

Tissue pH and EC Measurement

Detects toxic elements like lead, cadmium, and arsenic.

Tissue pH and EC Measurement

Measures internal tissue pH and salt concentration.

Chlorophyll Content Index (CCI)

Estimation of chlorophyll as a rapid indicator of nutrient status.

Sulfur and Boron Specific Assay

Chlorophyll Content Index (CCI)

Focused analysis of S and B when suspected imbalances exist.

Leaf Surface Residue Analysis

Chlorophyll Content Index (CCI)

Leaf Surface Residue Analysis

Tests for foliar-applied chemicals, surfactants, or salt buildup.

Comparative Tissue Analysis

Leaf Surface Residue Analysis

Side-by-side comparison of multiple samples for trend or trial evaluation.

Soil Testing

Basic Soil Fertility Panel

pH, EC, N, P, K, Ca, Mg, S

Tests for key macronutrients and provides guidance on routine soil amendments.

Complete Soil Analysis

Basic Soil Fertility Panel

Adds micronutrients, organic matter, and buffer pH for a comprehensive profile.

Cation Exchange Capacity

Basic Soil Fertility Panel

Cation Exchange Capacity

(CEC) + Base Saturation

Determines the soil’s nutrient-holding capacity and exchange ratios.

Heavy Metal Screening

Soluble Salts (EC) Only

Cation Exchange Capacity

Identifies levels of lead, cadmium, arsenic, and other contaminants.

Soil Texture Analysis

Soluble Salts (EC) Only

sand/silt/clay % via hydrometer

Determines sand, silt, and clay content using hydrometer or feel method.

Soluble Salts (EC) Only

Monitors salt accumulation in greenhouses or sensitive crops.

Soil Nitrate-N Assay

Buffer pH / Lime Requirement

Focused test for available nitrate-nitrogen.

Buffer pH / Lime Requirement

Evaluates buffering capacity to guide liming.

Organic Matter Only

Buffer pH / Lime Requirement

Sulfate-S and Chloride in Soil

Loss-on-ignition test for OM content.

Sulfate-S and Chloride in Soil

Key for irrigation management and salt-sensitive crops.

Water Quality Testing

Irrigation Suitability Panel

Reclaimed / Wastewater Screening

Irrigation Suitability Panel

Core test for pH, EC, hardness, alkalinity, and SAR.

Expanded Water Panel

Reclaimed / Wastewater Screening

Irrigation Suitability Panel

Adds nutrients and trace elements like Na, Cl, NO₃⁻, Fe, and Zn.

Reclaimed / Wastewater Screening

Tests for contaminants and suitability for reuse in agriculture.

pH or EC Only

Bicarbonate & Carbonate Alkalinity

Reclaimed / Wastewater Screening

Fast, economical check of water acidity or salinity.

Total Dissolved Solids (TDS)

Bicarbonate & Carbonate Alkalinity

Measures combined solids, relevant to hydroponics.

Bicarbonate & Carbonate Alkalinity

Helps adjust for pH and lime requirements.

Ammonia, Nitrite & Nitrate-N Profile

Toxic Ion Screening (e.g., Fluoride, Boron)

Full nitrogen form speciation.

Toxic Ion Screening (e.g., Fluoride, Boron)

Identifies ions harmful to plants at low levels.

Iron and Manganese Speciation

Toxic Ion Screening (e.g., Fluoride, Boron)

Iron and Manganese Speciation

Differentiates between oxidized and reduced forms.

Fertilizer, Media, & Compost Testing

Liquid Fertilizer Nutrient Analysis

Measures total and available nutrients in liquid products.

Solid Fertilizer Composition

Liquid Fertilizer Nutrient Analysis

Full breakdown of macro and micro components.

Compost Maturity + Nutrient Panel

Liquid Fertilizer Nutrient Analysis

Growing Media Analysis (soilless blends)

Assesses readiness and nutrient content of compost.

Growing Media Analysis (soilless blends)

Evaluates fertility, EC, pH, and structure of potting mixes.

Bulk Density & Water Holding Capacity

Growing Media Analysis (soilless blends)

Bulk Density & Water Holding Capacity

Physical properties critical for soilless media.

pH Drift in Growing Media

Growing Media Analysis (soilless blends)

Bulk Density & Water Holding Capacity

Monitors how pH changes over time or irrigation.

Salinity Index of Media or Fertilizer

Nutrient Release Rate in Slow-Release Fertilizers

High salinity risk indicator for plants.

Nutrient Release Rate in Slow-Release Fertilizers

Timed-release simulation testing.

Media Contaminant Screening

Nutrient Release Rate in Slow-Release Fertilizers

Media Contaminant Screening

Looks for herbicide residue or chemical carryover.

Pathogen & Disease Diagnostics

Root & Foliar Disease Panel

Pythium / Phytophthora Detection

Screens for major diseases via symptoms and microscopy.

Pythium / Phytophthora Detection

Culture-based confirmation of common root rot pathogens.

Mold / Fungal ID

Pythium / Phytophthora Detection

Nematode Screening (soil/root)

Identifies mold species from surfaces or leaf tissue.

Nematode Screening (soil/root)

Extraction and ID of damaging plant-parasitic nematodes.

Microbial Presence (non-cert)

Nematode Screening (soil/root)

Microbial Presence (non-cert)

Total coliform and microbial count (non-potable screening).

Bacterial Blight Screening

Nematode Screening (soil/root)

Microbial Presence (non-cert)

Identifies common foliar or vascular bacterial infections.

Virus Symptom Evaluation

Culture & Isolate for Lab Trials

Evaluation of mosaic patterns or distortions linked to viruses.

Culture & Isolate for Lab Trials

Pathogen isolated for further study or research use.

Disease Severity Indexing

Culture & Isolate for Lab Trials

Disease Severity Indexing

Rates disease progression or treatment effectiveness.

Specialty & Research Services

Custom Research Panel / Product Validation

Tailored test plans for product development or trials.

Replicated Trial Setup & Analysis

Custom Research Panel / Product Validation

Experimental setup, sample collection, and statistical interpretation.

Sample Retention / Archive

Custom Research Panel / Product Validation

Sample Retention / Archive

Secure archiving of physical samples for future analysis.

Rush Processing

Annual Program Monitoring (multi-sample)

Sample Retention / Archive

24-hour turnaround when available

Consultation & Interpretation Session

Annual Program Monitoring (multi-sample)

One-on-one data review with a lab scientist.

Annual Program Monitoring (multi-sample)

Pre-scheduled seasonal testing with trend reporting.

Fertility Audit Reports for Growers

Aggregated review of fertility programs and crop response.

Irrigation Water Management Summary

Fertility Audit Reports for Growers

Integrated analysis of EC, pH, SAR, and usage risk.

Multi-Sample Comparison Charts

Fertility Audit Reports for Growers

PDF Report Customization (with logo/branding)

Visual comparison of samples across time or treatment.

PDF Report Customization (with logo/branding)

Report formatting for client-facing use.