Lime: Common Soil Additives to Raise Soil pH in Virginia

Agricultural limestone is utilized to neutralize soil acidity [H+ cations] in Virginia agricultural production systems; which raises soil pH. Optimal soil pH for most grain, oilseed, fiber, and vegetable crops ranges from 6.2 to 6.5. We have several common liming sources available to use in Virginia that also provide important plant nutrients for optimal crop growth.