Know Your Turf. Then Treat It.
Stop guessing and start managing with evidence. Fernland's Diagnostic & Analysis Services give you accurate data on soil health, water quality, and turf condition — interpreted by turf specialists who know Australian sports surfaces.
Phone: 1800 672 794 | Email: turfcare@fernland.com.au
Why Diagnostics Matter
Evidence-Based Turf Management Starts Here
Every turf surface is different. What works on one oval won't always work on another — because the soil beneath it, the water feeding it, and the biology living in it are unique to that site.
Fernland's Diagnostic & Analysis Services take the guesswork out of turf management. We partner with accredited laboratories to deliver precise, reliable testing across soil, water, plant tissue, disease, and pest pressure. Your results are then interpreted by Fernland's own turf specialists, who translate the data into a programme built specifically for your surface.
The result: targeted inputs, reduced waste, and turf that performs when it matters most.
Available Tests
Comprehensive Testing Across Every Variable That Affects Turf Performance
From the rootzone up, we test what matters.
01 — Soil Tests & Analysis
The starting point for any serious turf programme. A comprehensive soil nutrient profile covering pH, EC, organic matter content, CEC, and a full macro and micronutrient analysis. This data forms the foundation of an evidence-based nutrition programme tailored to your surface.
02 — Nematode Counts
Nematode pressure is one of the most underdiagnosed problems on Australian sports turf. Quantitative root-zone assessments identify pest pressure before visible damage appears on your surface — giving you the lead time to act before it becomes a performance or presentation issue.
03 — Disease Analysis
When disease appears, misidentification is costly. Laboratory identification of turf pathogens ensures you apply the right treatment the first time — avoiding ineffective fungicide applications and unnecessary chemical expenditure.
04 — Tissue Testing
Nutrient deficiencies often develop well before they become visible in the canopy. Plant tissue and sap analysis assesses nutrient uptake and overall plant health in real time, allowing you to correct imbalances before they affect turf quality or recovery.
05 — Water Suitability Tests
Poor irrigation water quality is one of the most overlooked contributors to turf decline. Our water suitability testing screens for salinity, bicarbonates, pH, and contaminants — ensuring your irrigation supply is supporting turf health, not working against it.
06 — Pest Identification
Accurate pest identification using physical samples and imagery, assessed by specialists who understand turf-specific pest pressure. Targeted pest management starts with knowing exactly what you are dealing with.
Included With Every Test
Your Results Come With a Programme — At No Extra Cost
Once your diagnostic results are in, Fernland's turf specialists will develop a customised application programme for your surface at no additional charge.
- Built From Your Data — Tailored specifically to your soil, water, and turf test results, not a generic recommendation.
- Product-Matched — Using proven, fit-for-purpose products so you only apply what your turf actually needs.
- Cost-Effective — Targeted inputs reduce waste, eliminate guesswork, and cut unnecessary expenditure.
Talk to a Turf Specialist
Arranging soil, water, tissue, or disease testing is straightforward. Contact Fernland's turf specialists directly to discuss your requirements and we will take care of the rest.
Apply for a Trade Account | Phone: 1800 672 794 | Email: turfcare@fernland.com.au
Available to turf managers at sporting ovals, racecourses, and golf courses across Australia.