Soil is the ultimate defence of food security

Soil is the ultimate defence of food security

Healthy soils are the foundation of resilient food systems, sustaining the crops that nourish our communities and future generations. Global initiatives such as World Food Day recognise that protecting our soil is not just an environmental priority — it is an...
Wildfire Doesn’t End When the Flames Go Out

Wildfire Doesn’t End When the Flames Go Out

When we see images of wildfire, our attention is naturally drawn to the dramatic scenes above ground: flames racing across hillsides, smoke-filled skies and scorched vegetation. Yet some of the most significant impacts occur out of sight, beneath our feet. Soil is a...
What has BSSS Been Up To?

What has BSSS Been Up To?

It’s been a busy year so far for the Society, with a new President-Elect, a team flying the flag for the UK in Nanjing, benches that talk about earthworms, and a packed programme of webinars. Here’s a catch-up on what BSSS has been up to in 2026, in case you missed...
Meet the New Members of the EC Committee

Meet the New Members of the EC Committee

Hi! My name is Takara, and I am entering the final year of my PhD researching peatland restoration. My project involves studying the biogeochemistry of peat soils and exploring how we can harness these processes to reduce decomposition and enhance carbon storage. I am...