Frequently Asked Questions

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Our services are unique because of our comprehensive approach to soil  analysis, which includes advanced baselining for soil organic carbon and  a suite of soil physical, chemical, and biological properties. We specialize in providing in-depth soil quality assessments to inform on  risk and facilitate risk-mitigation strategies, ensuring that our  clients make the most informed decisions for their land-use projects.

We offer a range soil monitoring and research development consulting services. We're here to design, plan and implement a solution that meets the needs of our clients. Be it following and monitoring a land use project from conception, through its life, to decommissioning, or designing a trial for agricultural professionals to implement on their own property. We will tailor our services to meet your needs. 

We:

• Assess sites for sampling
• Design baselining soil sampling strategies
• Plan and conduct monitoring regimes
• Perform the statistical analyses to ensure scientific rigor is adhered to
• Design trials for treatment response models

Our services are beneficial to a wide range of industries involved in  land use and management, including mining, agriculture, viticulture,  horticulture, and civil engineering. Any industry that relies on  soil management for sustainability and profitability can benefit from  our expertise.

Absolutely. We provide ongoing monitoring services to track changes in soil physico-chemical quality over time. This includes timely reporting and interpretation of data to inform decision-making for long-term project viability and success.

Accuracy is paramount in our work. We adhere to strict scientific standards, utilizing topographic stratification, ground-truthing, and (if necessary) aerial observation in our broad-scale soil sampling. Any external laboratories used are NATA accredited. Our key personnel, including Dr Thomas Lines and Dr Joseph Marks, bring extensive research experience and a commitment to scientific rigor to each analysis.

Tom and Joe aren't afraid to get their hands dirty, nor are they reluctant to spend hours behind a screen getting the code just right to analyse a new set of recently acquired data.  From design to planning, sampling, processing, analysing and writing, you can be certain that our experienced and dedicated team will do what's best for the client.

For large-scale projects, we employ a scalable approach to soil sampling  and analysis. Our experienced team is capable of managing extensive  sampling grids, complex data analysis, and large data sets to deliver  accurate and comprehensive reports, regardless of project size.

The cost of our services varies depending on the scope of the project. The diverse range of projects we tackle mean we can find a solution that fits within your budget. We offer free consultations to discuss your needs and provide a quote. To get a personalized quote, please contact us at info@soilanalytics.com.au with details of your project. Our team will review your requirements  and provide you with a detailed proposal tailored to your specific  needs.