Soil Testing Vehicle

[1] OBJECTIVE OF MOBILE SOIL TESTING VEHICLE:-

1    No need for sample transportation/shipment and so helps in cost reduction.

2    An analysis is onsite.

3    More than one district/block/area can be covered simultaneously.

4    Sample degradation is avoided.

5    Results are accurate and comparable to the static laboratories as methods are essentially the

       same.

6   The mobile laboratory can be used to create awareness about soil tests and benefits thereon,    

    e.g.. Fertilizer recommendations, etc.

7    Remote areas can be covered.

[2] Krishi Vigyan Kendra Bhandara Mobile Soil Testing Vehicle-

Type of vehicle Year of purchase Present status
Mobile Soil Testing Lab MH36/2167 2012 Working
Mobile Soil Testing Lab MH36/2168 2012 Working

Details of soil samples analyzed in 2023  :

Month Soil Samples
2023 53