Providing agricultural testing services for soil, plant tissue, water, fertilizer, feed, seed, and manure since 1976. NAPT, PAP, GLP, & CCA certifications.

Northwood, ND & Benson, MN
Joined August 2014
New AGVISOR Feature: Export All CSV! Export large amounts of data by year and grower with one click. For combined billing accounts, you can also select multiple accounts and export data across all accounts from the main parent account. Contact us to learn more.
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Check out the Fall 2026 issue of the AGVISE Newsletter. It includes topics that will help you prepare for the soil sampling season. Check out the latest AGVISE news, insights and resources at agvise.com/resources/newslet…
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Happy 15-year work anniversary to Emily Pollert! Emily is the Office Manager at the Northwood Laboratory. She helps customers in need and keeps the front office running smoothly. Thank you for everything you do, Emily!
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Fall soil testing season is well underway at AGVISE! As harvest rolls on, soil samplers are right behind the combine, collecting good quality samples for nutrient analysis. We’re ready for another busy fall and committed to providing you with excellent service and support.
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New AGVISOR Feature: Bulk Editing Soil Test Reports! You can now make quick changes to multiple soil test reports at once. Easily update crop choices, yield goals, and more across multiple fields or grids/zones – all with the “Bulk Edit” button. Login in and try it for yourself.
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To help evaluate nitrogen management in corn, consider the Corn Stalk Nitrate Test as a post-mortem assessment of nitrogen sufficiency. It's a late-season or end-of-season plant analysis for nitrate-N on mature corn stalks.  Learn more at agvise.com/corn-stalk-nitrat…
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Happy 10-year work anniversary to Heidi Trosen! As Assistant Laboratory Manager at the Northwood Lab, Heidi helps keep soil and plant samples moving and contributes to projects ranging from nutrient analysis to GLP characterization. Thank you for all you do, Heidi!
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Fall nitrogen applications are just around the corner. Before you hit the field, review a few simple rules for timing and placement to help reduce soil nitrogen losses through fall and winter. Read more at agvise.com/fall-applied-nitr…
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AGVISE is celebrating 10 years with Brittany Giese! Brittany serves as Office Manager at our Benson Lab. From customer support to data entry and reporting, she keeps the office running smoothly. We appreciate all she brings to the team, especially her dedication to our customers!
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Congrats on 5 years at AGVISE to Whitney Rodriquez! Whitney supervises sample receiving and grinding at our Benson Lab, making sure soil samples are prepared and ready for testing each morning. We’re grateful to have you on the team, Whitney! Here’s to many more years!
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Happy 5-year work anniversary to Brent Jaenisch! As an Agronomist/Sales & Technical Support Lead at our Benson Lab, he's your go-to for soil/plant analysis and nutrient management questions. He’s always ready to help, including serving as the grill master at company cookouts!
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Fall Special at AGVISE: Buy one of the first 50 of our 24-inch Hydraulic Soil Sampling Kits sold this fall, and you’ll receive a $200 soil analysis credit per kit! See what's all included the Hydraulic Soil Sampling Kit and some installation examples at agvise.com/product/hydraulic…
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September is just around the corner, and now is the best time to collect soil samples for soybean cyst nematode (SCN), before or just after harvest (before any fall tillage). Read more on SCN soil sampling procedures and timing at agvise.com/sampling-fields-f…
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The Fall 2026 issue of the AGVISE Newsletter is here! It includes topics that will help you prepare for the upcoming soil sampling season. Check out the latest AGVISE news, insights, and resources at agvise.com/resources/newslet…
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AGVISE is hiring! If you’re detail-oriented, thrive in a fast-paced environment and willing to work a few Saturdays, apply today. We’re seeking Soil Grinding Techs, Laboratory Techs and more. Competitive wages and seasonal bonuses are available for those who meet the criteria.
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Happy 30-year work anniversary to Sherry Hime! Sherry started with AGVISE in data entry and today she serves as the Phosphorus Area Lead at our Northwood Laboratory, working with soil analysis, plant analysis and GLP characterization. Thank you for all your hard work!
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We are growing at AGVISE! Our Benson, MN laboratory is expanding storage space to handle more soil samples during the busy fall testing season. This upgrade will help us store samples longer and continue providing reliable service to our customers.
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Don't wait to soil sample! Collecting soil samples right behind the combine can provide more consistent, high-quality data to support fertilizer decisions. Learn why early sampling pays off: agvise.com/soil-testing-behi…
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The Agvise "Good Calibrations" co-ed volleyball team is burning up the sand this summer! It says "We Ain't Scared of No Dirt!" on the back of our shirts, and we're bringing enthusiasm, teamwork and plenty of laughs to every game.
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A wet planting season has been a challenge for some farmers in the region. If you have Prevented Planting or drown-out acres, you're likely wondering: When should I start soil sampling, and how much residual nitrate-N can I expect this fall? More at: agvise.com/soil-sampling-on-…
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