About Us – Leader in Soil Science Research

Since 1974, Woods End Laboratories has been at the forefront of soil science, pioneering research, technologies, and services that deepen our understanding of how human activity interacts with and impacts soil environments. Rooted in soil science, our mission is to translate complex biological and chemical processes into practical tools and reliable data that farmers, composters, and industry leaders can use to sustain healthy soils and ecosystems. 

 Woods End Laboratories is the company behind Solvita®, a suite of innovative tools used worldwide for measuring soil and compost biology. More than a respiration test, Solvita includes soil testing methods for organic N, aggregate stability, and CO2, enabling practical measurement of soil health, compost stability and safety, nutrient dynamics, and more. Solvita’s applications extend beyond agriculture, supporting industries that need reliable biological activity measures — from compost maturity and grain spoilage to fertilizer emissions such as urea volatilization. 

In addition to developing and managing the Solvita® line of tools, we operate as a full-service soil science laboratory, providing rigorous data on soil and compost composition. Woods End’s expertise spans a wide range of specialized studies, including soil health testing, compost stability and safety analysis, and environmental fate assessments of both consumer products and agrochemicals.  

As both a Seal of Testing Assurance (STA)–approved laboratory and a NAPT-PAP certified laboratory, Woods End is dedicated to delivering the highest standards of accuracy, precision, and reliability in data. Our work supports compost producers, farmers, and industry leaders in making informed decisions that safeguard soil health, compost quality, and public safety. 

To learn more about Woods End Laboratories or Solvita, call us today! 

Woods End Laboratories is NAPT-PAP Program Certified Program info: https://www.naptprogram.org/pap

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