Hawaiʻi's First
Local Soil Lab.
Built for Your ʻĀina.
Soil testing calibrated for Hawaiian volcanic soils. Results in 5–7 business days.
Why Local Matters
Local Knowledge.
Local Results.
Fast and Local Turnaround
Results in 5–7 business days. No shipping to the mainland.
Local Expertise in Hawaiian Soils and Crops
Our team knows Hawaiʻi's volcanic soils and the crops grown here.
Dollars and Soils Don't Leave HI
Testing here keeps money in Hawaiʻi agriculture.
Process
How It Works.
Four steps from your field to your results. See the details →
The soil panel
One test, $75 per sample. Everything you need to plan crops and amendments.
Collect & send
Bag and label your soil, then drop it off or ship it to our Honolulu lab.
See your results
In 5–7 business days, your results arrive on your own dashboard.
Order
Create an account, then place your order.
The Difference
Makaliʻi Metrics vs.
Mainland Labs
| Makaliʻi Metrics | Mainland Lab | |
|---|---|---|
| Sample Submission | Drop off locally | Must ship |
| Time Zone & Flexibility | Hawaiʻi time — local scheduling | Mainland hours & delays |
| Revenue Impact | Supports local ag economy | Leaves the islands |
Who We Serve
Built for Hawaiʻi Agriculture.
Across Oʻahu and the Hawaiian Islands.
Large-Acreage Operations
Farms, ranches, and land in transition.
Specialty Crop Growers
Macadamia, coffee, and tropical fruit.
Seed & Crop Science
Research trials that need fast, frequent results.
Government & Conservation
Conservation programs and NRCS/EQIP projects.
Common Questions
Soil Testing in Hawaiʻi,
Answered.
Pricing, turnaround, and why local matters.
Where can I get my soil tested in Hawaiʻi?
Makaliʻi Metrics is Hawaiʻi’s first local soil testing lab, in Honolulu on Oʻahu. Drop off or ship your samples to us instead of a mainland lab. We serve growers across the Hawaiian Islands.
How much does soil testing cost?
Our Standard Soil Panel is $75 per sample. It covers macro- and micronutrients, pH, organic matter, and cation exchange capacity (CEC).
How long does it take?
Most results are ready in 5–7 business days, on your own online dashboard. Because the lab is local, there are no cargo-flight delays.
Why do Hawaiian soils need local testing?
Hawaiian soils are volcanic and hold and release nutrients differently from mainland soils. Our methods and ranges are calibrated for them, so the recommendations fit your land.
Can you support NRCS or EQIP applications?
Yes. The Standard Soil Panel is a candidate for NRCS and EQIP requirements. We are enrolled in NAPT (the North American Proficiency Testing program) and working toward ISO accreditation.