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["Stephen Sadler" <Docshiva@Docshiva.org>]

I previously mentioned my lifeless soil, and it was kindly suggested to me
that I get a thorough soil test, to not just look for nutrients but possible
contaminants as well.  There are areas here where not even weeds grow.  My
suspicion is that the soil isn't lifeless, it's rich in pathogens; but
testing seems quite wise.  

The thing is, I've never tested my soil.  I've had big backyard gardens, an
acre or less, loaded them up with organic compost, corrected pH for
individual types of plants, and my past gardens have been thriving and
bountiful.  

So where does one look for soil testing for a small backyard plot? 

~ Stephen
Sacramento, CA, where we think 50 is cold...