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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Join the leading UK Society for soil scientists, professionals and those with an interest in soils.
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Check out the latest from the forefront of soil science with access to two academic journals included in your membership.
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Welcome to the
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.
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Training & EventsTraining & EventsWe deliver training courses and events for a range of audiences.
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We’re proud to be working with…
The advancement of soil science
The World Congress of Soil Science 2022
We were delighted to host the World Congress of Soil Science from 31 July to 5 August 2022 at the SEC, Glasgow. Find out more about the event on our WCSS 22 legacy page.
HIGHLIGHTING THE IMPORTANCE OF SOIL
SOIL’S ROLE IN ACHIEVING THE UN SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS
To support the Society’s aim of highlighting the importance of soil in achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals, our four new videos have been released in conjunction with the World Congress of Soil Science 2022.
The awareness-raising videos provide an overview of the importance of soil, based on the evidence-base.
Blog
Latest News
Our latest news, position statements and consultation responses are set out below.
Opportunity for BSSS Members: World Soil Judging Competition
The British Society of Soil Science (BSSS) is inviting expressions of interest from members to take part in the 5th International Soil Judging Contest, held in Nanjing and Jurong, Jiangsu Province, China, from 2–6 June 2026, which is alongside the 23rd World Congress...
Prof. Lorna Dawson made a Dame in the New Year’s Honours
Prof. Dame Lorna Dawson, a long-term Fellow of the British Society of Science, was made Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire (DBE) by His Majesty the King in the 2026 New Year Honours list. Dame Dawson is Head of the Centre for Forensic Soil Science at...
BSSS Hardship Fund 2026
The British Society of Soil Science (BSSS) is committed to supporting members experiencing financial hardship and the BSSS Hardship Fund has been set-up to continue our commitment to support members through times of need. The fund is designed to assist current...