Professional Fertilizer & Lime Application in Columbus

Uniform, accurate fertilizer application maximizes input efficiency. Tri‑State Livestock LLC. delivers calibrated spreading services throughout Columbus and Lowndes County—ensuring your fertility investment translates into measurable forage improvements and increased carrying capacity.

Materials Applied

• Agricultural Lime: Bulk calcitic or dolomitic limestone, pelleted lime for easier application
• NPK Blends: All standard formulations (13-13-13, 17-17-17, 19-19-19, etc.)
• Straight Materials: Urea, ammonium nitrate, triple superphosphate, muriate of potash
• Specialty Products: Elemental sulfur, micronutrient mixes, slow-release nitrogen

Calibration & Precision

Proper spreader calibration ensures target rates—we verify settings before every job through ground speed tests, gate adjustments, and spread pattern evaluation. GPS guidance on larger properties eliminates gaps and double-coverage, maximizing uniformity and preventing waste.

Application Timing

Lime: Anytime soil isn't frozen—slow-acting over 9–18 months. Fall application preferred for spring legume establishment.
Nitrogen: Late February for cool-season grass green-up; April–May for warm-season activation; August for fall stockpile.
Phosphorus/Potash: Fall application supports root development and winter survival.

Integration With Testing

We apply based on actual soil test results—only what fields need. Combined with forage consulting, you get complete fertility management maximizing ROI.

Columbus Application Pricing

$15–$22 per acre depending on acreage, terrain, and material type. Minimum charges apply (typically 10-acre minimum or $185, whichever is greater). Material costs separate—we source or spread customer-supplied products.