How to Test Soil for Glyphosate (RoundUp) Contamination at Home

Worried about glyphosate in your soil? Glyphosate — commonly known by the brand name RoundUp — is one of the most widely used herbicides in the world. Whether you are a food grower, protecting native plants, or simply concerned about chemical exposure, laboratory testing is the first step to understanding what's in soil.

Explore SimpleLab’s Glyphosate Soil Test below and learn how easy it is to get accurate lab results from just one sample.

How to Test for Glyphosate in Soil

SimpleLab’s Glyphosate Soil Test is a certified mail-to-lab kit that includes everything you need to collect and submit one soil sample. After you send in your sample using the prepaid 2-day shipping label, testing is performed at an accredited lab. Results are delivered to your inbox in a clear digital report within about 10 business days.

Each kit includes:

Sampling instructions and soil collection tools
Prepaid 2-day return shipping
Certified lab analysis for glyphosate (1 analyte) using method EPA 547M
Digital report with results and interpretation
Secure chain of custody for lab compliance

Who Should Use This Test?

This test is ideal for anyone concerned about glyphosate contamination in a single soil location, including:

Home gardeners and urban farmers
Organic growers transitioning land
Property owners near treated fields or landscapes
Community groups assessing green spaces

If you're worried about herbicide exposure or need lab-grade proof of glyphosate presence:

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this test more accurate than test strips?

Yes. DIY test strips are not reliable for accurately detecting glyphosate levels in soil. This kit uses professional laboratory methods that ensure precise, certified results.

How long does testing take?

Once your sample arrives at the lab (via prepaid 2-day shipping), results are typically ready in 10 business days.

Can this test confirm if my land is safe for growing food?

This test will confirm whether glyphosate is present in your soil sample. While it doesn’t assess all potential contaminants, it’s a useful first step for identifying chemical exposure before planting.

What if I need to test multiple areas?

Each kit is designed for one soil sample. To test multiple areas, you’ll need to order more kits.

Questions? Contact Us

SimpleLab makes certified laboratory testing accessible and easy, regardless of where you are located or what you need to test for.

If you have any questions about testing with SimpleLab, reach out to our customer support team any time.

The SimpleLab Standard

Proven Reliability: SimpleLab partners with North America's leading analytical institutions—including Eurofins, Pace Analytical, SGS, and Microbac—each with their own rigorous quality control protocols to ensure top-tier accuracy. Our certified labs are located across all 50 states, making logistics a breeze.
Simplified Sampling: Every kit includes professional-grade materials, clear instructions, automated chain of custody, and free return shipping— making accurate testing effortless.
Seamless Experience: We combine human support with automated logistics to help make complex lab analyses accessible to all. From our user interface to our lab reports, we ensure a time-saving, frustration-free process.