Innovative rapid test for 24 hour CO2 burst.

Soil studies have shown the utility of testing CO2 respiration as a means to gauge active soil carbon and potential release of nitrogen. Recent research shows that the CO2 burst from short-term drying-rewetting accurately preditcs N+P mineralization, and is superior to current estimates of N-Min potential from soil organic matter. The Solvita procedure combines these findings with modern technology in a reliable, simple-to-use process which can be performed fairly rapidly at a significantly reduced cost compared to traditional lab respirometry.

The Solvita Soil C+N Mineralization Test (Haney-Brinton Method) comes with 12 Solvita Soil Paddles, 6 glass jars, 6 beakers and 12 filters.

For accurate reading, we recommend the Solvita Digital Color Reader (item #100-S).