il_dnr_rock-cut_2563.xlsx

This is a soil testing results spreadsheet from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources documenting 2022 soil sample analysis for Rock Cut State Park's agricultural lease property. The document presents comprehensive soil chemistry data collected on January 13, 2023, from 18 soil samples (identified as samples 4-1 through 4-18) taken from Field ID 584 within the park. The testing analyzed critical soil parameters including pH levels, phosphorus (P), potassium (K), calcium (Ca), magnesium (Mg), sulfur (S), boron (B), copper (Cu), iron (Fe), manganese (Mn), zinc (Zn), sodium (Na), and organic matter (OM) content. All samples were processed and reported by January 16, 2023, with results assigned to report number 23-013-0519.

The soil analysis reveals relatively consistent soil conditions across the sampled areas, with pH values ranging from 5.8 to 6.7, indicating slightly acidic to neutral soils suitable for agricultural production. Nutrient levels show adequate concentrations of major elements, with calcium saturation percentages between 52.6 and 63.2 percent, magnesium saturation between 23.6 and 31.9 percent, and organic matter content ranging from 1.4 to 4.4 percent. The data provides baseline soil fertility information essential for developing appropriate agronomic management practices and fertilizer recommendations for potential agricultural lessees. This technical documentation supports the Department's agricultural lease program by establishing soil quality parameters that inform lease decisions and farm management practices at Rock Cut State Park.