Proficiencies for Success
Rock River Laboratory participates in proficiency programs to ensure quality analysis for our customers.
What drives us is a commitment to accurate analysis and recommendations, as well as ongoing evolution to improve
methodology, analytical efficiency, and the agriculture industry. Because of this, involvement in various proficiency
programs, certifications, and industry associations is a foundational component of our quality control and quality
assurance protocols. These programs reinforce stringent standards to uphold the credibility of their participants and
Rock River Laboratory’s engagement within these efforts embodies our pledge to our customers’ success.
Rock River Laboratory has earned the following regulatory certifications:
• Manure Analysis Certification (MAP)
• Minnesota Certified Soil Laboratory
• Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection certification
• Agricultural Lab Testing Association (ALTA)
• National Forage Testing Association (NFTA)
Rock River Laboratory participates in the following proficiency programs:
• Manure Analysis Proficiency (MAP):
• The Association of American Feed Control Officers (AAFCO)
• Magruder Fertilizer Proficiency Program
• North American Proficiency Testing Program (NAPT)
• Agricultural Laboratory Proficiency Testing (ALP)
Rock River Laboratory is involved across various associations and organizations, supporting efforts that are beneficial to their respective industries:
• 4R Nutrient Stewardship
• Dairy Business Association
• Professional Dairy Producers of Wisconsin
• Midwest Forage Association
• Northeast Agribusiness and Feed Alliance
• Soil and Plant Analysis Council
• Wisconsin Agribusiness Association
• Wisconsin Potato and Vegetable Growers Association
• Wisconsin State Cranberry Growers Association
