The Agricultural Diagnostic Service Center (ADSC) has officially reopened, and we are more committed than ever to supporting Hawaiʻi’s farmers. Following the recent "Kona low" storms, we know many of you are working hard to restore your land. To help flood-affected farmers recover, we are offering FREE soil and plant testing through July 21, 2026.
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Three Months of Free Testing for Flood-affected Farmers
If your farm was impacted by the March and April flooding, you can submit up to three free samples for each of these testing services:
Farmers simply need to confirm that their operations were affected by the recent floods when ordering services.
What’s New
- We continue to serve commercial farmers with services at a reasonable cost.
- We’ve upgraded our facilities and systems to get your diagnostic results back to you faster.
- Go beyond the basics with new soil health testing that aligns with NRCS standards – perfect for local farms looking to qualify for federal conservation and financial assistance.
- We now accept credit cards online. Please pay before dropping off your sample. No checks or cash, please.
- From identifying mysterious pests and plant diseases to fine-tuning your crop’s nutrient intake, our expert team will help you grow with confidence!
- Drop off your sample for testing on Mondays, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., or Tuesdays from 9:00 a.m. to 11 a.m. They will be shipped to our labs on Tuesday afternoons.
- Questions? Contact adsc@hawaii.edu or (808) 956-5437, Monday through Friday from 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.