Fertilizer & Soil
Lime Application Rate Calculator
Calculate how much agricultural lime to apply based on current soil pH, target pH, and buffer pH from your soil test.
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Buffer pH indicates soil resistance to pH change
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Tips & Best Practices
- Apply lime 3-6 months before planting for best results.
- Incorporate lime into the top 6-8 inches of soil.
- Do not apply more than 4 tons/acre in a single application — split if needed.
- Use ENM (Effective Neutralizing Material) to compare lime products.