Limited recovery of soil organic matter composition in fen peatlands after rewetting<\/strong><\/p>\n By Keunbae Kim, Judith Schellekens, Willem-Jan Emsens, Rudy van Diggelen, Camiel Aggenbach, Erik Verbruggen, Yvonne Liczner, Agata Klimkowska, Franziska Tanneberger, Wiktor Kotowski, Mar\u00eda Jes\u00fas Iglesias Briones, Boris Jansen, Karen Vancampenhout (2026).<\/p>\n About half of Europe\u2019s peatlands have been drained for agriculture, forestry, and peat extraction, with lowland fens disproportionately affected due to their high nutrient availability and productivity post-drainage. Peatland rewetting has gained importance as a strategy to mitigate carbon losses and restore biodiversity; however, its effectiveness in reestablishing below-ground processes remains uncertain. Soil organic matter (SOM) dynamics play a crucial role in peatland restoration outcomes, influencing peat structural integrity and hydrological properties, as well as the availability of substrates and nutrients for microbial and plant communities. In this paper, the Authors present a Europe-wide assessment of the effects of fen drainage and rewetting on SOM molecular composition, analyzing fens with contrasting hydrological status (undrained, drained, and rewetted) across three depths (0 \u2212 5, 15 \u2212 20, and 45 \u2212 50 cm) using pyrolysis\u2013gas chromatography\/mass spectrometry. Despite considerable variability induced by site-specific heterogeneity, the molecular composition of undrained fens clearly reflected the dominant contributions of sedges, grasses, and brown mosses to peat formation in fens, with characteristic stratification. Drainage consistently led to a decline in components from plant biopolymers (carbohydrates and lignins) across sites, and an increase in microbially altered compounds (N-compounds, benzenes, and aliphatics), with the most pronounced effects at intermediate depths (15 \u2212 20 cm). Rewetting partially reversed these alterations, with some fens exhibiting a shift in molecular composition reverting toward undrained conditions, particularly in sites rewetted for longer periods. However, significant differences remained between rewetted and undrained fens. The findings suggest that while rewetting over time can facilitate partial recovery of carbon dynamics, the below-ground legacy of drainage-induced alterations can persist, at least for a timescale of several decades. Plastic pathways and intervention strategies in urban water systems<\/strong><\/p>\n By Paolo F. Tasseron, Tim H.M. van Emmerik, Anna Schwarz, Anna Wilking, Francesca Alberti, Martine van der Ploeg (2026).<\/p>\n Plastic pollution escalated into a global environmental problem, threatening human health, ecosystems, and sustainable development. Despite global, regional, and local mitigation efforts, plastic production is expected to double, exceeding waste management infrastructure growth. Understanding plastic pathways, analyzing impacts, and designing effective interventions in urban water systems necessitate a finer regional or local resolution than currently provided by global and national studies. The Authors have quantified the mass flows of ten most abundant plastic items throughout their life cycle and proposed interventions for the Amsterdam urban water system. They used a dataset of 9968 floating (plastic) items at twenty diverse locations, with the top ten items comprising 80% of the total items (39.3% of the total mass). Despite representing less than 0.01% of plastic use in Amsterdam, end-of-life littering and spills cause disproportionate environmental harm relative to their abundance. Systematic interventions are required in Amsterdam to reduce the annual loss of 16.0 (2.9-34.7) metric tons of plastic into the IJ River. We defined seven interventions to reduce plastic consumption and contribute to a closed-loop plastic system. Successful implementation demands a transition with changes in legislation (regarding production, item design, and waste management), decision-making, and consumer behavior. The Authors prioritize intervention methods according to the waste hierarchy, emphasizing waste prevention over impact mitigation. Decision-support tools including these interventions can guide authorities to achieve (inter)national reduction and circularity goals. Ultimately, the paper aims to provide decision-makers with actionable insights, accelerating the transition to a circular and less polluting plastic economy and sustainable, plastic-free environments. Decade of Soil Sciences for Sustainable Development 2025-2034 – Healthy Soils for Humanity<\/strong><\/p>\n The new decade of soil sciences for sustainable development has begun, read the manifesto and download the logo here: https:\/\/www.iuss.org\/decade-of-soil-sciences-for-sustainable-development\/<\/a> Division and Commission Officers Election \u2013 2026 and members of the Standing Committees Election 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n The election process is now completed, and the winners will be announced via IUSS Alert within May 31, 2026.<\/p>\n Presidential Election 2026<\/strong> IUSS Joint Commission 1.7\/3.8 “Permafrost-Affected Soils<\/strong><\/p>\n Call for papers, Submission Deadline: Tuesday, September 1st, 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n We would like to draw your attention to a Special Issue, \u201cApplied Pedology: Practical Solutions Across a Variety of Disciplines and Issues\u201d<\/strong> in Soil Use and Management. The special Issue is framed within the IUSS initiatives of the Research Forum for the 2025-2034 Decade of Soil Sciences for Sustainable Development (DSSSD) (https:\/\/www.iuss.org\/decade-of-soil-sciences-for-sustainable-development\/<\/a>). We\u2019d like to extend an invitation for contributions to the special issue before the 1 September 2026 deadline. For more information: Prof. Adrian Unc, aunc@mun.ca<\/a> Vice-Chair Soil Mission Manifesto<\/strong><\/p>\n The Mission Soil Manifesto (https:\/\/mission-soil-platform.ec.europa.eu\/community\/mission-soil-manifesto<\/a>) calls for action to respond to the urgent need to protect and improve soil health in Europe and beyond and bring together regional and local policymakers, stakeholders and citizens into a vibrant community that cares for soil health. It was launched by the EU Mission Soil on April 18, 2023, and it has been signed by the IUSS President, Prof. Victor O. Chude.<\/p>\n Soil Science Society of China (SSSC) and IUSS<\/strong><\/p>\n The 23rd World Congress of Soil Science (WCSS) \u2013 Soil and the Shared Future for Humanity<\/strong><\/p>\n Date:<\/strong> June 7th -12th, 2026 Nanjing Welcomes Global Soil Scientists for the 23rd World Congress of Soil Science<\/p>\n Soil Science Society of China successfully won the bid to host the 23rd World Congress of Soil Science (WCSS) in Brazil\u2019s 21st WCSS. For the first time, China as a host country invites global soil scientists to explore the centennial journey of soil science. The World Congress of Soil Science is the most authoritative and influential international conference in the field, sponsored by the International Union of Soil Sciences. It is a major event for scientific and technological professionals in soil science and related disciplines worldwide to engage in academic exchange. Held every four years, the conference covers a wide range of topics and serves as a platform for exchange and collaboration among soil scientists from around the globe. Read more:<\/strong> Join and follow via the official website: https:\/\/www.23wcss.org.cn\/<\/a> Post-Congress Tours<\/strong> Explore routes, costs, and details here:<\/strong> https:\/\/www.23wcss.org.cn\/Post-Congress%20Tours\/index.html<\/a><\/p>\n IUSS and Soil Science Society of China (SSSC)<\/strong><\/p>\n Travel Awards for Attending World Congress of Soil Science 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n The International Union of Soil Sciences (IUSS) and Soil Science Society of China (SSSC) are pleased to offer travel awards to support early-career scientists who wish to participate in the 23rd World Congress of Soil Science (WCSS2026) from 7-12 June 2026, in Nanjing China. This initiative aims to encourage the participation of promising graduate students and early-career researchers by providing financial assistance to help cover travel and registration expenses. Contact:<\/strong> wcss2026@issas.ac.cn<\/a><\/p>\n The Digital Age in the Study, Evaluation, and Teaching of Soil Science<\/strong><\/p>\n Special session number 503003 IUSS 23rd World Congress on Soil Science<\/strong><\/p>\n In the digital transformation era, we invite researchers and professionals to participate with us in this innovative session exploring the convergence between cutting-edge technologies and soil sciences. This pioneering session will address how digital tools revolutionize our understanding, management, and teaching of soil sciences. Participants will be able to observe the largest augmented and mixed reality applications that allow soil profiles to be visualized in real-time, facilitating on-site analysis and improving educational experience in the field. We will explore the development of mobile applications focused on soil resources, as well as the potential presents by the use of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and advanced image analysis systems focused on soil sciences. This session represents a unique opportunity to establish international collaborations between soil scientists, software developers, and technology experts. Attendees will be able to share experiences on the implementation of innovative technological solutions in soil research and discuss the potential of these tools to address global challenges in soil conservation and sustainable management. In this sense, we are seeking contributions that highlight recent technological developments, successful case studies, and innovative proposals that combine soil sciences with these emerging technologies. This session will undoubtedly be a catalyst to inspire the next generations and foster the development of collaborative projects that harness the power of technology to advance our understanding of soils systems. Join this space where scientific tradition converges with digital innovation, creating new possibilities for research, education and soil management.<\/p>\n Contact:<\/span><\/em> fernando.ayala@comunidad.unam.mx<\/a>; leptosol@ciga.unam.mx<\/a><\/p>\n Mitigating the impact of land use and its change through conservation management<\/strong> Northern lands at a crossroads: Agriculture and climate sustainability<\/strong> The papers will be published for the journal Soil Use and Management. Keywords:<\/strong> Carbon sequestration; Greenhouse gas emissions; Indigenous ecological knowledge; Land conversion; Organic amendments; Soil degradation; Soil function; Soil health; Soil restoration<\/p>\n Guest Editors: Soil Science Society of Pakistan (SSSP)<\/strong><\/p>\n The 21st International Congress of Soil Science (ICSS-2026) – Soil Resilience for Sustainable Development<\/strong><\/p>\n Date:<\/strong> May 5th \u2013 7th, 2026 The theme of Congress is: \u201cSoil Resilience for Sustainable Development\u201d<\/p>\n Read more:<\/strong> www.sss-pakistan.org<\/a> Italian Society of Soil Science (SISS)<\/strong><\/p>\n Roots of the Future \u2013 Soil and Plants in Global Change: Technologies, Degradation, Sustainability ROF2026<\/strong><\/p>\n Date:<\/strong> September 8th \u2013 11th, 2026 ROF2026 is the joint congress of the Italian Society of Agricultural Chemistry (SICA), the Italian Society of Soil Science (SISS), and the Italian Society of Pedology (SIPe) place the soil-plant system at the center of scientific, technological, and social debate. The goal is to explore multidisciplinary approaches and innovative tools to ensure the resilience, functionality, and sustainability of agroforestry ecosystems in the future that awaits us. Canadian Society of Soil Science and Canadian Society of Agronomy<\/strong><\/p>\n 2026 Joint Annual Meeting – Soils & Crops in Focus – Critical Resources from Coast to Coast to Coast<\/strong><\/p>\n Date:<\/strong> June 20th \u2013 25th, 2026 Joint meeting of the Canadian Society of Soil Science and the Canadian Society of Agronomy. This conference, with its theme of “Soils & Crops in Focus – Critical Resources from Coast to Coast to Coast” will address the importance of resilient and healthy food production throughout Canada.<\/p>\n Read more:<\/strong> https:\/\/event.fourwaves.com\/cssscsa2026\/pages<\/a><\/p>\n Soil Science Australia<\/strong><\/p>\n 2026 Soil Science Australia National Conference<\/strong><\/p>\n Date:<\/strong> November 1st \u2013 5th, 2026 The conference will serve as a platform for a diversity of voices across science, policy, industry and community to explore our understanding of soils as the foundation of productivity, security, community and resilience.<\/p>\n Deadlines:<\/strong> Call for abstracts close April 24th, 2026<\/p>\n Read more:<\/strong> https:\/\/conference.soilscienceaustralia.org.au\/<\/a><\/p>\n Soil Science Society of America (SSSA)<\/strong><\/p>\n CANVAS 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n Data:<\/strong> November 1st \u2013 4th, 2026 The nexus of earth & science Four Days of Science, Community, and Discovery. Participants will be: Read more:<\/strong> www.sciencesocieties.org\/canvas<\/a><\/p>\n International Conference on Alternatives to Reduce Soil Degradation<\/strong><\/p>\n Date:<\/strong> May 19th, 2026 This conference seeks to promote interdisciplinary partnerships and facilitate the exchange of knowledge, with the goal of better understanding the intricate complexities of soil and assessing the potential for sustainable development. Read more:<\/strong> www.arsd-conference.com<\/a><\/p>\n 10th International Symposium on Soil Organic Matter (SOM2026)<\/strong><\/p>\n Date:<\/strong> May 25th \u2013 29th, 2026 The X International Symposium on Soil Organic Matter (SOM2026) represents a unique opportunity to bring together the world’s leading scientific authorities in the areas of soil organic matter, carbon, regenerative agriculture, sustainable livestock, forestry and ecosystem restoration.<\/p>\n Read more:<\/strong> Official website = https:\/\/eventosccarbon.com.br<\/a><\/p>\n 100th anniversary of agricultural experimentation at the Warsaw University of Life Sciences \u2013 SGGW<\/strong><\/p>\n Date:<\/strong> June 12th \u201313th, 2026 The conference will provide a platform for discussion and presentation of results in various fields, including agricultural sciences, agricultural chemistry, soil science, environmental sciences, and biological sciences, among others.<\/p>\n Important dates<\/strong> Read more:<\/strong> https:\/\/ir.sggw.edu.pl\/en\/lte\/<\/a><\/p>\n Call For Papers 3rd International Workshop \u201cResilient By Design: Organic Food & Farming Systems Amid CAP Volatility \u2013 Science-based Pathways For Climate, Nature, And Food\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n Date:<\/strong> June 23rd \u2013 25th, 2026 The Workshop is jointly organized by the Italian Gruppo di Ricerca in Agricoltura Biologica (GRAB-IT) and the International Society of Organic Farming Research (ISOFAR).<\/p>\n Read more:<\/strong> https:\/\/easychair.org\/cfp\/GRAB-IT-2026<\/a><\/p>\n IFSA2026: Farming and Agri-Food Systems dynamics: facing crises and trade-offs in transition pathways<\/strong><\/p>\n Date:<\/strong> June 29th \u2013 July 03rd, 2026 This symposium aims to revisit progress and debates in co-designing and promoting sustainable Agri-Food systems to face crises and support multiscale decisions. There are many trade-offs to document but also many synergies to analyse when looking at transition pathways and impacts. Read More:<\/strong> https:\/\/ifsa2026.sciencesconf.org\/resource\/page\/id\/3<\/a><\/p>\n Workshop on Innovation in Sustainable Agriculture & Food Production<\/strong><\/p>\n Date:<\/strong> July 8th \u2013 10th, 2026 Civilisation faces a huge challenge in feeding a world population estimated to reach 10 billion by 2050 a healthy diet while avoiding excessive consumption of natural resources and damage to the environment. Innovative approaches are required to agriculture and food production technology that increase yields and decrease waste, while minimising harm to the ecosystem. Recent world problems have demonstrated the importance of resilience throughout the ‘Farm to Fork’ food chain. The Sustainable Agriculture and Food Production workshop will address challenges in this area. Read more:<\/strong> http:\/\/seb-26.kesinternational.org\/workshop.php<\/a><\/p>\n 12th Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research (SCAR) Open Science Conference & Meetings<\/strong><\/p>\n Date:<\/strong> August 8th \u201319th, 2026 The SCAR and the Norwegian Polar Institute warmly invite you to the 12th SCAR Open Science Conference, The conference will feature an interdisciplinary programme that includes plenary lectures, parallel sessions, mini-symposia, workshops, panel discussions, posters, and social activities. Read more:<\/strong> https:\/\/scar2026.org\/<\/a><\/p>\n 4th International Symposium on Climate-Resilient Agri-Environmental Systems (ISCRAES 2026)<\/strong><\/p>\n Date:<\/strong> August 12th \u201314th, 2026 The main theme of the ISCRAES 2026 is \u201cLand Health Nexus: Cultivating Climate Resilience and Sustainable Agri-Environments\u201d, leading to achieving the primary objective of agro-environmental sustainability by tackling the current major environmental, climate, and societal challenges facing the world.<\/p>\n Deadlines:<\/strong> Read more:<\/strong> www.iscraes.org<\/a><\/p>\n International Symposium on Earthworm Ecology (ISEE13)<\/strong> This year’s theme, “From the lab to the field, from the field to the lab”, reflects the commitment to bridging the gap between experimental and real-world studies, both of which are essential to the advancement of earthworm research. ISEE13 will offer a dynamic platform for knowledge exchange, with a strong focus on early-career researchers who are at the forefront of addressing global challenges impacting or affected by earthworms.<\/p>\n Deadlines:<\/strong> Read more:<\/strong> 13th International Symposium on Earthworm Ecology \u2013 Home<\/a><\/p>\n First Celebration of the International Day of Caves and Karst (IDCK), proclaimed by UNESCO<\/strong><\/p>\n Date:<\/strong> September 10th \u2013 13th, 2026 Following the proclamation of the International Day of Caves and Karst (IDCK) by UNESCO, this is the first official celebration. We warmly invite all supporters of the International Day of Caves and Karst initiative, as well as the wider scientific, educational and policy communities, to save the date. A formal announcement, registration form and detailed programme will follow.<\/p>\n Read more:<\/strong> 5th International Soil Modeling Consortium Conference (ISMC 2026) \u201cAdvances and Challenges in Tropical Soil Modeling\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n Date:<\/strong> September 15th \u2013 19th, 2026 The conference is organized by the University of S\u00e3o Paulo (USP), the Geological Service of Brazil (SGB), and PUC-RioThe official language of the conference is English. Conference topics:<\/strong> Important dates:<\/strong> Read more: <\/strong>https:\/\/ismc2026.com.br\/default.aspx<\/a><\/p>\n 10th International Nitrogen Conference (N2026)<\/strong> Date:<\/strong> November 2nd-6th, 2026 The 10th International Nitrogen Conference (N2026) aims to foster global collaboration under the theme \u201cSustainable Nitrogen Management for Future Generations.\u201d While coordination between science and policy is essential, effectively addressing the nitrogen challenge requires the active engagement of all stakeholders, including governments, researchers, educators, industry, civil society, and the public.
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\nNews from the IUSS<\/h5>\n
\nThe Decade aims to prioritize production, dissemination, and use of actionable scientific knowledge across all areas of soil sciences to support the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
\nDivisions, Commissions, and Working Groups are encouraged to coordinate with the IUSS Research Forum in planning activities aligned with the themes of the Decade. These may include special issues, books, position papers, policy briefs, webinars, conferences, workshops, sessions at the World Congress of Soil Science (WCSS), and other relevant initiatives.<\/p>\n
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\nThe Presidential Election Committee has examined the candidacies for the position of the IUSS President Elect, and the outcomes have been endorsed by the Executive Committee. The IUSS Secretariat will reach the IUSS Full Members in the next few days to provide them with the candidates’ official documents and the guidelines for the voting process.
\nTo enquire: iuss.secretariat@crea.gov.it<\/a><\/p>\n
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\nFor more information on the scope of the special issue, please refer to the Call for Papers<\/a> (contributions accepted include, original research papers, reviews, reports of case studies and practical experience, opinions, and perspectives).
\nManuscript can be submitted the SUM submission system. Please follow the Author Guidelines<\/a> and select the special issue title when asked: \u201cIs this submission for a special issue?\u201d.
\nWe would be enormously grateful if you could let us know your decision via this form .<\/p>\n
\nAlan Wild Reviews, Perspectives and Topical Collections Editor, Soil Use and Management (British Soil Science Society)<\/em><\/p>\n
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\nLocation:<\/strong> Nanjing, China<\/p>\n
\nThe 23rd WCSS will be held in the International Expo Center from June 7 to 12, 2026 in Nanjing, the capital city of the most developed Jiangsu province, under the theme of “Soil and the Shared Future for Humanity”. 121 sessions in five categories have been accepted.
\nDeprived from the Chinese character “\u571f” (Soil), the mascot KuiKui manifests the concept of “One World for One Earth”. The emblem on its belly represents the earth, with the inner circle featuring five typical soil colors in China, while the outer circle featuring the blue ocean.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.iuss.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Untitled-3-300x89.jpg\")
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\nThe WCSS2026 theme, \u2018Soil and the Shared Future for Mankind\u2019, focuses on the importance of soil for our future, with a variety of arrangements including poster exhibition, young researcher forum and soil judging contest. Tours will also be organized for participants to visit typical soils in combination with unique landscapes and cultural diversification as China is a vast country with rich soil resources.
\nWith a global population that is projected to exceed 9 billion by 2050, our current and future food security hinges on our ability to increase yields and food quality using the soils that we already have available today. We are responsible for the soils that provide us with food, water and air, and we need to take action today to ensure that we have healthy soils for a sustainable and food secure future. Our understanding of the importance is developing rapidly and WCSS2026 provides a platform for us to discover the solutions to soil issues and an opportunity to connect all who work with and have interests in soils.<\/p>\n
\nImportant dates and deadlines:<\/strong>
\nRegular registration deadline: May 7, 2026
\nCancellation and Refund deadline: May 7, 2026<\/p>\n
\nInvitation to participate in the exclusive Post-Congress Scientific Tours across China \u2014 where soil science meets stunning landscapes and cultural heritage. They are arranged six<\/strong> unique expedition routes covering key soils and regions, from the black soils of Northeast China to the tea gardens of Jiangnan, from the capital\u2019s green city projects to the magnificent Danxia and Karst landforms. Each tour blends field observation, soil profiling, and local culture \u2014 guided by experts and designed for deep learning beyond the congress.
\nChoose your scientific journey:
\nTour 1: Scientific Expedition on Red Soil in South China
\nTour 2: Jiangnan Tea & Rice Soil Scientific Expedition
\nTour 3: Survey on Soil Environment and Green City Construction in the Capital
\nTour 4: Soil and Geoscience Expedition in the Loess Plateau & Historical-Cultural Tour
\nTour 5: Northeast Thick Black Soil Region Scientific Expedition
\nTour 6: Northeast Thin Black Soil Region Scientific Expedition<\/p>\n
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\nA total of 40,000 USD in funding is available, aiming for gender and geographic equity. Each selected applicant will be eligible to receive up to a maximum of 1,000 USD. The award will be disbursed as a reimbursement for actual travel costs and\/or WCSS2026 registration fees incurred.
\nSupport is only for early-career scientists who are high-quality Master or PhD students or who completed a Master or PhD degree less than 5 years ago.
\nApplicants must be the presenting author of a submitted oral or poster presentation abstract for WCSS2026 and must be a member of a council society (national soil science society) that is a full member of IUSS.
\nApplicants need to send their applications to: wcss2026@issas.ac.cn<\/a><\/p>\n
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\nSubmission deadline:<\/strong> August 1st, 2026
\nSpecial issue as IUSS (International Union of Soil Sciences) Commission 4.3 – Soils and Land Use Change with Dr. Gary Feng<\/strong><\/em>.
\nWe welcome original papers and reviews that might be presented at the 23rd World Congress of Soil Science held in Nanjing, China, on June 7-12, 2026.
\nSoils are vital for supporting agriculture, mitigating environmental quality, and provision of ecosystem services. Healthy, functioning soils are the keystone to global sustainability of ecosystems and land-based human activities, and for providing healthy environments for humankind.
\nThe selected papers will mainly report the latest achievements in research focused on conservation, restoration and improvement of land use and its change through conservation managements, focused on promoting the sustainability of managed and natural ecosystems.
\nKeywords:<\/strong> soil health, land use change, soil amendment, cover crops, conservation management, soil functions, soil properties, carbon dynamics
\nGuest Editors:<\/strong>
\nProf. Gary Feng<\/a>
\nUSDA-ARS
\nUnited States
\nProf. Felipe A. Z\u00fa\u00f1iga Ugalde<\/a>
\nUniversidad Austral de Chile; Instituto de Bosques y Sociedad
\nChile
\nProf. Ying Ouyang<\/a>
\nUSDA Forest Service; Southern Research Station
\nUnited States
\nProf. Jos\u00e9 D\u00f6rner<\/a>
\nUniversidad Austral de Chile; Instituto de Ingenier\u00eda Agraria y Suelos
\nChile
\nDr. Tingting Chang<\/a>
\nHohai University
\nChina
\nProf. Rainer Horn<\/a>
\nInstitut f\u00fcr Pflanzenern\u00e4hrung und Bodenkunde; Christian-Albrecht-Universit\u00e4t zu Kiel
\nGermany
\nDr. Ingrid Mart\u00ednez<\/a>
\nInstituto de Investigaciones Agropecuarias (INIA-Chile)
\nChile
\nRead more:<\/strong> https:\/\/bsssjournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/hub\/14752743\/call-for-papers\/si-2025-001332<\/a><\/p>\n
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\nSubmission deadline:<\/strong> 31 January 2027<\/p>\n
\nThis special issue will report on the most recent studies conducted at northern latitudes and in circumpolar regions that examine how agricultural land conversion, extended growing seasons, and the northward migration of crops driven by climate warming affect soil, biodiversity, and climate. This special issue welcomes empirical studies, reviews and perspectives with regional relevance on the following topics related to northern agriculture: biodiversity, soil health indicators (physical, chemical and biological), greenhouse gas emissions, permafrost thaw, carbon sequestration, plant-soil interactions, and indigenous knowledge and local knowledge.<\/p>\n
\nProf. Maren Oelbermann<\/a>
\nUnivesity of Waterloo
\nCanada
\nProf. Melissa Ward Jones<\/a>
\nUniversity of Alaska, Fairbanks
\nUnited States
\nDr. Elsa Maria Arrazola Vasquez<\/a>
\nSwedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU)
\nSweden
\nDr. Kayla Wakulich<\/a>
\nWilfrid Laurier University
\nCanada
\nProf. Debasmita Misra<\/a>
\nUniversity of Alaska
\nFairbanks
\nUnited State
\nProf. Pengfei Li<\/a>
\nXian University of Science and Technology
\nChina
\nDr. St\u00e9phanie Grand<\/a>
\nUniversity of Lausanne
\nSwitzerland
\nRead more:<\/strong> Soil Use and Management Call for Papers Northern lands at a crossroads: Agriculture and climate sustainability<\/a><\/p>\n
\nNews from national and regional soil science societies 2026<\/h5>\n
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\nLocation:<\/strong> University of Poonch Rawalakot (UPR) in Azad Jammu & Kashmir, Pakistan<\/p>\n
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\nLocation:<\/strong> DAMSLab Auditorium Piazzetta Pasolini 5b, Bologna, Italy<\/p>\n
\nDeadline abstract:<\/strong> May 10th, 2026
\nRead more:<\/strong> ROOTS OF THE FUTURE – SOIL AND PLANTS IN GLOBAL CHANGE: TECHNOLOGIES, DEGRADATION, SUSTAINABILITY<\/a><\/p>\n
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\nLocation:<\/strong> University of Guelph, Canada<\/p>\n
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\nCANVAS 2026, the annual meeting of the American Society of Agronomy (ASA), the Crop Science Society of America (CSSA), and the Soil Science Society of America (SSSA).
\nWith more than 4,000 scientists expected, it is the single largest gathering at the nexus of agronomy, crop science, soil science, and environmental science, and a valuable professional opportunity you can make plans to attend this year.
\nOral and poster abstract submissions are open through June 9th (early submission rate) or June 23rd (final submission): www.sciencesocieties.org\/canvas\/submit. Edits are accepted through Nov. 4th. Registration opens May 1st, 2026.<\/p>\n
\n\u00b7 Professionals & Practitioners, \u00b7 Researchers & Academics, \u00b7 Students & Early-Career Scientists<\/p>\n
\nConferences, Meetings and Workshops 2026<\/h5>\n
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\nLocation:<\/strong> Hybrid event, Online & In-Person. Kossuth Klub, Budapest, Hungary<\/p>\n
\nSpecial conference theme: The main focus of the conference will be on conservation agriculture, soil biological processes, and how to improve soil quality in practice.
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\nOral: April 23rd, 2026; Poster: April 30th, 2026
\nRegistration: On site: May 5th, 2026; Online: May 18th, 2026<\/p>\n
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\nLocation:<\/strong> University of S\u00e3o Paulo (USP), Brazil.<\/p>\n
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\nLocation:<\/strong> Warsaw University of Life Sciences \u2013 SGGW, Poland<\/p>\n
\nThe announcement of the final conference program: April 30th, 2026<\/p>\n
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\nLocation:<\/strong> Ustica Island (Palermo), Italy<\/p>\n
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\nLocation:<\/strong> Montpellier, France<\/p>\n
\nKey dates:<\/strong>
\nRegistration deadline (also for field visits registration): April 30th, 2026<\/p>\n
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\nLocation:<\/strong> Minoa Palace Resort, Cahnia, Crete, Greece<\/p>\n
\nThe workshop will be held as part of the KES International Sustainability in Energy and Buildings (SEB-26) and Sustainable Design and Manufacturing (SDM-26) conferences.<\/p>\n
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\nLocation:<\/strong> Oslo, Norway<\/p>\n
\nJoin colleagues from around the world for a rich and varied programme, from plenary lectures and mini-symposia to parallel sessions, panels, posters, and an inspiring social programme in and around Oslo.<\/p>\n
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\nLocation:<\/strong> Dublin, Ireland<\/p>\n
\n– Standard registration: 30 April 2026 (For inclusion in the proceedings and programme)
\n– Late registration fee: 31 July 2026<\/p>\n
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\n13th edition<\/strong>
\nDate:<\/strong> August 23rd-28th, 2026
\nLocation:<\/strong> Wageningen, the Netherlands<\/p>\n
\nDeadline for registration: June 17th, 2026<\/p>\n
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\nLocation:<\/strong> Postojna, Slovenia<\/p>\n
\nThe central date of the celebration will be 13 September 2026, with a series of scientific and outreach events planned in the days leading up to it.<\/p>\n
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\nhttps:\/\/www.caveskarstday.org\/<\/a>;
\nhttps:\/\/izrkp.zrc-sazu.si\/en<\/a><\/p>\n
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\nLocation:<\/strong> Rio di Janeiro, Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro (PUC-Rio), Brazil<\/p>\n
\nISMC 2026 will be the first ISMC conference held in Latin America and will focus on tropical soil modeling, emphasizing its importance for food and water security, carbon cycling, biodiversity, and land-use change.<\/p>\n
\n– Databases in PTF development to support soil modeling
\n– Soil structure and properties: Measurement, spatial and temporal variability, and uncertainty assessment
\n– Critical zone monitoring and modeling
\n– Modeling processes in highly weathered tropical soils
\n– Taking advantage of remote sensing and big data in soil modeling
\n– Modeling aspects of soil health
\n– General Session for model-related research<\/p>\n
\nAbstract submission deadline: May 1st, 2026
\nAbstract acceptance: May 25th, 2026
\nNotification oral\/poster: August 15th, 2026
\nEarly bird registration June: 1st, 2026<\/p>\n
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\nSustainable Nitrogen Management for Future Generations<\/strong><\/p>\n
\nLocation:<\/strong> Wageningen, the Netherlands<\/p>\n
\nRead more:<\/strong> https:\/\/www.initrogen.org\/events\/n2026—kyoto—2—6-november-2026<\/a><\/p>\n
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