by Soils | Sep 18, 2026 | Blog
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...
by Soils | Sep 3, 2026 | Blog
As Paul Hallett reflected in his excellent account of COP17, this was a landmark moment for soil science. For me, attending as both Executive Director of the British Society of Soil Science and the Western European Civil Society Organisation Representative to the...
by Soils | Aug 24, 2026 | Blog
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...
by Soils | Aug 21, 2026 | Blog
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...
by Soils | Aug 20, 2026 | Blog, Featured, Featured Blog, News
We are pleased to announce that Prof. John Quinton has been elected as the next British Society of Soil Science President-Elect. John was confirmed as the winner of the presidential election at the Society’s 80th Annual General Meeting in Sheffield in July,...
by Soils | Aug 20, 2026 | Blog
Key themes of 2026 GAF-I: Sustainability through efficient use of resources and climate-smart practices and Technologies; Digital tools and literacy, work for creating access and capacity as foundational for smallholder farmers, women and youth in CSA action;...
