The advancement of soil science
Investing in a future for everyone
The British Society of Soil Science (BSSS) is an established international membership organisation committed to the study of soil in its widest aspects. The society brings together those working within academia, practitioners implementing soil science in industry and all those working with, or with an interest in soils.
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British Society of Soil Science
Research on soils and enhanced understanding and engagement with soils is essential for agricultural, landscaping, construction, remediation, conservation and archaeological projects, as well as policy direction on critical topics such as climate change.
We promote research and education, both academically and in practice, and build collaborative partnerships to help safeguard our soil for the future.
The advancement of soil science
The World Congress of Soil Science 2022
We are delighted to host the World Congress of Soil Science from 31 July to 5 August 2022 at the SEC, Glasgow.
#Grounded
Soils are our past, present and future
“The biggest global challenges to do with our climate and the state our planet, have soil at the heart.”
Find out how you can make a difference and be part of our campaign #Grounded.
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Latest News
Our latest news, position statements and consultation responses are set out below.
Honorary Membership Nominations
We are now welcoming nominations for Honorary Membership of the Society. Honorary Membership is a discretionary award to those who have been a Full Member of the Society for at least 10 preceding consecutive years and who have made an exceptional contribution towards...
New Guidance Note: Soil in Construction
The Society has issued a new Guidance Note to support ALC, construction and planning professionals. Benefitting from Soil Management and Development in Construction which is written for development planning and control professionals, site owners and developers to help...
Annual Report 2020
Our 2020 Annual Report is now available, setting out our significant achievements made over the past year. Despite Covid-19, we achieved major impact with our Zoom into Soil webinars allowing us to promote soil’s importance to a new audience and our #Grounded video...