Lime Requirement Calculator
This Lime Requirement Calculator helps growers work out lime needs. Fill it in by hand and keep it with your farm records for later seasons.
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What you fill in
- Field and acres
- Soil pH result
- Buffer pH or lab test
- Target pH for the crop
- Lime material and quality
- Rate from lab or extension
- Application plan
- Cost and notes
How to use this worksheet
Use the notes area for your arithmetic. Keep the finished sheet with your records so you can compare it with the next season.
Where to check the details
This sheet is a general template, so confirm specifics with your own manuals, labels and local rules. For current official guidance, start with eXtension and USDA NRCS.
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