Submitting Feed
and Forage Samples for Analysis
Use our lab supplies for all samples and submit samples with
our supplies only to our lab.
Go to Order
Form
to view our list of supplies.
The sample submitted must be
representative of the feed or forage to be fed if the analysis is to be of
value. About a quart of sample is
needed.
- Hay Samples. Sample each cutting or batch of hay separately. Take samples from the inside of 10 to
20 small bales or 3 to 4 large bales and combine these for the final
sample. Place final sample in plastic
bag and seal with a twist tie.
- Silage
Samples. Take a handful of silage
from 10 to 20 random locations over the vertical exposed surface in trench
or bunker silos. Mix samples
thoroughly in a bucket and fill plastic bag. For upright silos with mechanical unloader, take samples as
the silage is being fed.
- Mixed
feed and grain. If feeds are
uniformly mixed, the sample may be taken from any area in the lot. Grain and bulk feeds are easier to
sample with a grain sampling probe.
Place about ½ to 1 pint in a plastic bag and seal with a twist tie.