INVESTMENT
Basic Analysis
Soil Test Analysis & Recommendations: $50 Professional interpretation of soil tests with customized recommendations to the Part Per Million
Biology Assessment
Qualitative Microbial Analysis $120 Microscope-based assessment of living soil systems
Precision Calculations
Individual Elemental Calculations based on regional resources as inputs, $85 Albrecht Method precision, gap analysis, CEC-adjusted recommendations
Complete Assessment (Recommended):
$255
Includes all three services above for comprehensive soil analysis
WHAT TO EXPECT
How We Work With You
1. Free Consultation: 15-minute call to discuss your farm's goals and challenges. No obligation.
2. Comprehensive Assessment: Soil testing, microscope biology analysis, and detailed evaluation of current conditions.
3. Analysis & Recommendations: A written report with precise calculations, amendment recommendations based on the resources found in your region, and application protocols.
4. Ongoing Support: Implementation guidance, seasonal monitoring, and troubleshooting as needed.
Hourly Consulting Services
For complex projects requiring ongoing support, seasonal consulting, or specialized problem-solving:
Hourly Rate: $100-250
Rate scaled based on:
Technical complexity and scope
Project duration and intensity
Operational capacity
Time-sensitivity
During your free initial consultation, we'll discuss an appropriate rate for your specific situation.
Community Support Through ORCA
For farms serving vulnerable populations:
Medicinal Plant Operations Serving Pediatric Patients
Professional soil science consulting for medicinal plant operations serving seriously ill children under qualified medical oversight.
Eligible Programs:
Operations under licensed physician supervision
Programs working with recognized medical institutions (Duke, St. Jude's, etc.)
Coordinated by medical organizations (Pediatric Cancer Consultants, etc.)
Serving children with serious illnesses (pediatric cancer, epilepsy, etc.)
Following child-protective safety protocols
Demonstrating documented patient outcomes
Surprise Valley Agroecology believes professional soil science should be accessible to operations making genuine community impact. Through ORCA (Organic Regenerative Certified Apprenticeship), our state-approved educational nonprofit, limited donated consulting time is available to qualifying programs.
Why This Matters:
When farms are serving children—whether through nutrition or medicine—access to professional soil science ensures child-protective safety standards, optimal quality, and peace of mind for families trusting these programs.
Contact ORCA: calorcaprogram@gmail.com
Note: ORCA is California state-approved, with federal 501(c)(3) determination pending.
Services Available:
Parts-per-billion heavy metal management
Child-protective safety standards (substantially higher than food production)
Soil chemistry optimization for medicinal compounds
Microscope soil biology for quality optimization
Input screening and verification
Medical-institution-compatible documentation
Consistency and quality protocols
Example Programs:
No Harm Protocols
noharmprotocols.com
(overseen by Dr. Uma Dhanabalan, MD, MPH, FAAFP, MRO, CMS)
Programs with patients monitored at Duke, St. Jude's, and other recognized institutions
Medical research collaborations studying pediatric applications
Physician-supervised caregiver associations like pediatriccancerconsultants.com
Why Soil Science Matters for Medicine:
When children's health may depend on the quality and safety of medicinal plants, professional soil science becomes a moral imperative. Operations serving immune-compromised pediatric patients deserve access to the highest possible standards, regardless of budget constraints.
Important Disclaimer:
Surprise Valley Agroecology is a professional soil science consulting firm. We provide technical analysis and recommendations related to soil chemistry, biology, and agricultural practices only.
We do not:
Produce medicinal plants or products
Process or manufacture medicinal products
Distribute or sell medicinal products
Recommend specific suppliers or products to patients or consumers
Provide medical advice or treatment recommendations
We do:
Provide professional soil science consulting to agricultural operations
Support farms and gardens serving children through nutrition and education
Offer technical assistance to medicinal plant operations under qualified medical oversight
All production, processing, distribution, and medical decisions remain solely with the licensed operators, physicians, and patients involved.