Nutrient Advantage Lab

Sample Submission Forms

Submitting samples to the laboratory correctly allows us to process your samples efficiently. Here are some tips to assist you in this regard:

  • Ensure sample bags are filled to the line on the bag and are sealed correctly.
  • Ensure both the sample bag and sample forms have corresponding barcodes attached in the designated area.
  • Ensure that all details on the samples form have been completed and are enclosed in the clear press-seal plastic bag provided.
  • Place sample bags and the clear press-seal bag, containing the sample forms in a mail satchel and seal securely.
  • Samples should be sent to:
    Nutrient Advantage Laboratory Services
    8 South Road
    Werribee VIC 3030


For a complete soil, plant tissue or water sampling kit (with sample forms, bags/barcodes, instructions etc), please contact your local Incitec Pivot Agent or Dealer or a member of the Laboratory Customer Service team toll-free on 1800 803 453.

NUTRIENT ADVANTAGE ADVICE SIF's

IPL's new decision support system (Nutrient Advantage Advice) uses SIF forms (Sample Information Forms). There are currently 3 types of SIF's available:

1.  SOIL SIF (use this form for any soil sample submission except deep soil  Nitrogen analysis) 

            - To fit 3 samples from the same industry type on the one form, use the   following industry specific forms: PASTURE SOIL ONLY    CROPPING SOIL ONLY   HORTICULTURE SOIL ONLY

2.  TISSUES SIF (use this form for any tissue sample submission)

3.   DEEP SOIL NITROGEN SIF (use this form for deep-soil Nitrogen testing)

If SIF forms are unavailable on the website, please call the Nutrient Advantage Laboratory Customer Service on 03 9731 3100.

Water Sample Form

Water Sample - Area Information Form (PDF File 51k)