Although the soil is covered in snow, the time will come when the snow will melt, the temperature will rise, and producers will be back in the field for growing season 2021. When that day comes producers want to hit the ground running, knowing exactly what theyâre going to plant and where. To get the most out of the soil this growing season itâs important to know whatâs going on beneath the surface. Soil testing provides a holistic view of a fieldâs organic matter, topography, soil texture, drainage, soil pH, pest management methods and overall productivity. It is a tool that highlights the soilâs available nutrients and should drive a producerâs fertilizer and crop choices for the coming year.