Midwest Laboratories

09/03/2026

In observance of Labor Day Midwest Laboratories will be closed on Monday, September 7.

We’re grateful for the hard work and dedication of our team, our customers, and the many industries and communities we’re proud to serve.

Our team will return to normal business hours on Tuesday, September 8. If you have any questions regarding turnaround times or shipping windows, please contact your Account Manager.

We wish everyone a safe and enjoyable Labor Day weekend!

09/01/2026

We are getting ready for our upcoming fall soil sampling season around the lab.

The quality of your soil test results starts long before your samples arrive at the lab.

Proper sampling techniques help ensure the data you receive accurately reflects what's happening in your fields giving you greater confidence in your fertility recommendations and nutrient management decisions.

Check out our Midwest Labs Minute, where we share practical tips to help you prepare for a successful fall sampling season, including best practices that can improve sample consistency and set you up for informed decisions heading into next year.

Watch MWL Minute – Fall Sampling here: https://hubs.li/Q04rvZkJ0

Need additional resources? Midwest Laboratories offers soil sampling guides, submission resources, and videos to help make the process as seamless as possible!

Unlock stronger yields this season join our Field Representative, L...

08/28/2026

We’re proud to see Midwest Laboratories represented in several important microbiology conversations at the upcoming AOAC Annual Meeting.

On Sunday our Senior Technical Director will be contributing to four sessions focused on the evolving science behind microbiological method validation, foodborne pathogen testing, verification, and the broader microbiology community.

Sunday Schedule

9:00–10:00 AM | Grand Ballroom 7
Modernizing Microbiological Method Validation: AOAC Appendix J Revision
Round Table | Panelist

10:45 AM–12:15 PM | Grand Ballroom 7
From Detection to Risk: Integrating Virulence-Associated Biomarkers into Routine Foodborne Pathogen Testing
Round Table | Panelist

1:15–2:45 PM | Grand Ballroom 7
From Validation to Verification: Turning Scope into Confidence
Round Table | Session Chair

5:00–6:00 PM | Room 309–310
Microbiology Community Meeting
Co-Chair

Participating in conversations like these is an important part of how our technical team stays connected to the science, standards, and methods shaping the future of food safety testing.

If you’ll be at AOAC we hope you’ll join the conversation!

https://hubs.li/Q04vJLhT0

08/27/2026

September is going to be a busy month in the lab and on the road!

The Midwest Laboratories team is going to be connecting with professionals across environmental testing and water industries.

On our September calendar:
💧 Iowa Annual Water Conference | Sept. 16–17
🌎 WEFTEC | Sept. 28–30

Trade shows give our team the opportunity to do something we value tremendously: hear directly from the people doing the work.

What challenges are you facing? What questions keep coming up? What should laboratories be helping you solve?

If you'll be at one of these events, keep an eye on our page for details on where to find the Midwest Laboratories team!

08/25/2026

WEFTEC 2026 is just around the corner and Midwest Laboratories is excited to be heading to New Orleans!

As one of the water industry's premier events, WEFTEC brings together professionals dedicated to advancing water quality, environmental stewardship, and innovative solutions.

We're looking forward to connecting with customers, partners, and industry leaders to discuss how reliable analytical testing supports confident decision making across water and environmental applications.

Stop by Booth Exhibit Halls A-J — #9218 next month to meet our team and learn more about Midwest Laboratories' comprehensive analytical services, including:
- Drinking Water Testing
- Environmental Analysis
- Wastewater & Industrial Testing
- Customized Analytical Solutions
-Quality results backed by decades of laboratory expertise

Visit our WEFTEC listing https://hubs.li/Q04rwxbV0

08/20/2026

For more than five decades Midwest Laboratories has helped clients turn analytical data into informed decisions.And the work we support is incredibly diverse.

From soil and agricultural testing to food safety, animal feed and pet food, shelf-life studies, nutritional labeling, water quality, environmental testing, alternative fuels and more our laboratory capabilities reach across industries and throughout the supply chain.

Looking for a specific analysis? Start by exploring our online catalog.

Need something more customized, or want a formal bid? Submit an Analysis Request Form and our team can help identify the analytical solution that fits your needs.

Explore our testing capabilities: https://hubs.li/Q04szvLK0
Request an analysis or quote: https://hubs.li/Q04szv_F0

08/18/2026

Have a question? There's a good chance our team has talked about it!

Throughout the year, Midwest Laboratories shares practical resources designed to help our customers better understand testing, sampling and the science behind their results.

-Midwest Laboratories Minutes
- Technical blogs and articles
- Webinars
-Seasonal sampling resources
-Insights from our technical experts

Our resources are available when you need them most, 24/7 online.

Our team is also here to help and is available Monday-Friday, give us a call 402-334-7770, or email us at [email protected].

Helpful "How to" guides for gathering samples.

08/13/2026

Summer isn't over quite yet! But soil season is coming.

As crops move closer to harvest, now is a good time to start thinking about what comes next: fall soil sampling, fertility planning and using this year's results to make more informed decisions for the next growing season.

A little preparation now can make a busy harvest season a whole lot easier.

Midwest Laboratories is gearing up for fall right alongside you! Have questions now? We want to hear from you, give us a call at 402-334-7770 or send us an email at [email protected].

We also created a helpful resource for soil season for you to plan ahead!

Overview of test packages and sampling procedures during fall sampling season

08/11/2026

As summer begins to wind down, conversations across agriculture are already turning toward harvest, fall sampling and what comes next.

Our field rep Levi Page is at AgroExpo connecting with growers and ag professionals and talking through the questions that matter heading into one of the busiest seasons of the year.

If you’re here, come find Midwest Laboratories at Indoor Booth #13. We’d love to see you!

AgroExpo brings together agriculture’s top brands, growers, and innovators for exhibits, demonstrations, and unmatched industry connections.

08/04/2026

August 11–12 you'll find Field Representative Levi Page from Midwest Laboratories team at Indoor Booth #13 in St. Johns, Michigan, as AgroExpo celebrates its 10th anniversary and we return celebrating 10 years of being an exhibitor at the show!

The best part of any farm show isn't just seeing new equipment it's the conversations that happen between growers, agronomists, and industry partners. That's exactly why we're excited to be there.

If you've been thinking ahead to fall soil sampling, planning fertility decisions for next season, or simply have questions about your testing program, stop by and chat with Levi. We'd love to hear what's happening on your operation and talk through ideas together.

See you at Indoor Booth #13!