Virtual Soil Testing (VST) & Predictive Soil Models
Farmers Edge is leading the industry with Virtual Soil Testing (VST), blending science, machine learning, and proven field data to deliver fast, accurate, and scalable nutrient insights. Discover what VST can do for your acres.
What is VST? Virtual Soil Testing: Predictive Soil Models That Power Precision Agronomy
Virtual Soil Testing (VST), also known as predictive soil modeling, is a data-driven approach that uses AI and machine learning to estimate soil nutrient levels across every management zone. It starts with one physical soil sample and expands its value over four years of insights—grounded in science, powered by 170+ agronomic variables.
Not a replacement for traditional sampling—an amplifier
Covers more acres without more boots on the ground
Provides consistent insights when timing, weather, or logistics fail
Why Farmers Edge Leads in VST Trusted Models, Validated Over Millions of Acres
Farmers Edge has been at the forefront of predictive agronomy for over a decade. Our VST platform has been trained and refined using over 50 million acres of real agronomic data and 169 validated models. We don’t just build algorithms—we build trust, backed by physical lab results and decades of fertility and yield history.
Commercially available and field-proven
Supported by our physical laboratories across North America
Integrates with agronomists, labs, and platforms you already use
Your Lab Partner in Predictive Agronomy
Farmers Edge Laboratories are foundational to our VST approach. Every predictive model begins with real, lab-validated data—and our labs ensure your results are accurate, timely, and credible.
Every VST starts with traditional AST (Actual Soil Testing)
Lab data fuels and continuously improves the model
API and digital integrations make it easy to scale
Together, VST and lab testing form the strongest foundation for soil health decisions—combining predictive technology with proven science for unmatched confidence.
Benefits for Retailers Grow Your Agronomy Business, Not Your Overhead
With VST, ag retailers can serve more acres, deliver faster recommendations, and reduce sampling costs—without sacrificing quality.
Faster service delivery with digital recommendations
Cut field sampling costs by up to 40%
Increase ROI and scalability of your agronomy services
Differentiate your offerings in a crowded market
Benefits for Growers Confident Fertility Decisions, Season After Season
For growers, VST delivers insights that are accurate, zone-specific, and timely. Whether you’re planning inputs, facing weather delays, or looking for smarter ways to optimize your land, VST gives you the clarity you need.
Get recommendations without waiting on lab turnaround
Make data-driven decisions from your own farm data
Reduce costs while maintaining yield goals
Stay ahead with predictive insights year over year
Discover more ways VST can benefit your Ag Retail
5 Things to Know About Virtual Soil Testing (VST) and the Future of Predictive Agronomy
As agriculture evolves toward more data-driven and scalable systems, agronomists and retailers are looking for ways to increase accuracy, reduce costs, and expand service across more acres.
Compliment Your Retail Offering with VST
How Machine Learning is Transforming Precision Agronomy. In the ever-evolving world of agriculture, timely and accurate soil data can make all the difference between a bumper harvest and a season of missed opportunities.
The Best of Both Worlds: Advanced Modeling + Proven Lab Science
Farmers Edge brings together predictive soil modeling and physical laboratory testing to deliver a comprehensive agronomy solution—built to outperform and outlast the competition.
