Soil Testing Equipment Market Report 2026

The soil testing equipment market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $5.64 billion in 2025 to $6.22 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to early use of manual soil testing tools, increased demand for agricultural soil analysis, rise in geotechnical testing for infrastructure development, reliance on laboratory-based testing methods, growth in construction sector soil evaluation.

The soil testing equipment market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $9.35 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.8%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing adoption of automated soil testing equipment, expansion of digital and cloud-based soil analysis platforms, growth in large-scale agricultural monitoring, rising infrastructure development projects, development of portable on-site testing devices. Major trends in the forecast period include adoption of sustainable soil analysis technologies, integration of IoT-enabled soil testing platforms, advancement of digital geotechnical monitoring systems, development of automated soil assessment tools, expansion of robotics-assisted soil sampling solutions.

The increasing adoption of smart farming techniques is expected to contribute significantly to the growth of the soil testing equipment market. Smart farming involves the integration of advanced technologies, data analytics, and the Internet of Things (IoT) in agricultural practices to enhance efficiency, productivity, and sustainability. Soil testing equipment plays a crucial role in smart farming by utilizing sensors and IoT devices to collect real-time data on soil quality. This data enables precise and automated decision-making for targeted irrigation, fertilization, and crop management practices, ultimately optimizing agricultural output and sustainability. A report from ScienceDirect in November 2023 highlighted the widespread adoption of auto-steer technology among Australian grain farmers and the use of yield monitoring and guidance systems by farmers in western Canada. This increased adoption of smart farming techniques is driving the demand for soil testing equipment.

Major companies in the soil testing equipment market are placing a strong emphasis on technological advancements, including agricultural Internet of Things (IoT) solutions, to meet evolving agricultural needs and enhance productivity. Bhu Vision's Krishi-Rastaa Soil Testing System, launched by the ICAR-Indian Institute of Rice Research (IIRR) in July 2023, exemplifies this trend. Bhu Vision is an IoT-based automated soil testing and agronomy advisory platform that conducts 12 parameters of soil testing fully automatically within half an hour. It generates a soil health card on the mobile devices of farmers and other stakeholders, enabling informed decision-making and optimizing agricultural yield and sustainability.

In September 2023, RMA Group of Companies, a US-based provider of technology-enabled laboratory testing, inspection, and quality management services, acquired A3GEO for an undisclosed amount. The acquisition enhances RMA’s geotechnical and infrastructure services capabilities by combining A3GEO’s expertise in geotechnical, geologic, and earthquake engineering with RMA’s established strengths in materials testing, inspection, and certification for critical public and private infrastructure. A3GEO is a US-based provider of soil testing equipment.

Major companies operating in the soil testing equipment market are Controls S.p.A., ELE International Ltd., Gilson Company, Inc., Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., Agilent Technologies Inc., PerkinElmer Inc., Merck KGaA, LaMotte Company, Humboldt Manufacturing Company, EIE Instruments Private Limited, Sun Labtek Equipments (India) Private Limited, M&L Testing Equipment LLC, Alfa Testing Equipment LLC, Martin Lishman Ltd., Geotechnical Testing Equipment (UK) Ltd., Matest S.p.A., Shambhavi Impex Private Limited, PCE Instruments GmbH, GDS Instruments Ltd., Geotest Instrument Corporation, Geo-Slope International Ltd., Soil Mechanics Corporation.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs have influenced the soil testing equipment market by raising the cost of imported sensors, mechanical components, testing instruments, and electronic modules used in laboratory and on-site soil analysis systems. Construction and agriculture sectors in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific have encountered higher procurement costs and longer lead times due to dependence on global supply networks. However, tariffs are driving regional production of testing equipment, encouraging localized component sourcing, and promoting innovation in cost-efficient soil testing technologies that improve long-term market stability.

The soil testing equipment market research report is one of a series of new reports that provides soil testing equipment market statistics, including soil testing equipment industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a soil testing equipment market share, detailed soil testing equipment market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the soil testing equipment industry. This soil testing equipment market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry.

Soil testing equipment comprises instruments and devices used to analyze soil samples for various factors, including chemical composition, hazardous elements, acidity levels, salinity, and the presence of underground organisms. Its primary application is in conducting geotechnical tests that provide valuable insights into the soil mechanics properties affecting the strength and durability of structures such as pavements and embankments.

The main types of tests conducted by soil testing equipment include physical, residual, and chemical tests. Physical soil tests focus on identifying the texture and structure of the soil, crucial information for making effective decisions regarding land use. These tests can be carried out in various settings, including laboratories and on-site locations. The level of automation in soil testing equipment ranges from manual to semi-automatic and automatic, catering to diverse end-users such as the construction and agriculture industries.North America was the largest region in the soil testing equipment market in 2025. The regions covered in the soil testing equipment market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the soil testing equipment market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The soil testing equipment market consists of sales of shear strength equipment, salinity testing equipment, moisture testers, dial and pocket penetrometers, shear vane sets, classification charts, and meters. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

This product will be delivered within 1-3 business days.