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04/09/2026

We are delighted to announce that Dr. Susan Orgill will be joining us as a Plenary Presenter at the 2026 Soil Science Australia Conference, taking place at the Pan Pacific Perth from 1–5 November 2026.

Susan is a highly respected soil scientist with extensive experience in soil health, sustainable farming systems and agricultural research. Throughout her career, she has made significant contributions to improving soil management practices and strengthening the connection between research and on-ground outcomes for Australian agriculture. We look forward to welcoming Susan and hearing her insights as part of what promises to be an outstanding conference.
📍 Conference at Pan Pacific Perth
📅 1–5 November 2026
🍽️ Dinner at Optus Stadium
🎟️ Registrations via the conference website link below:
https://conferenceco-ssa26.eventsairsite.com/

02/09/2026

We are delighted to announce that Professor Alex McBratney will be joining us as a Plenary Presenter at the 2026 Soil Science Australia Conference, taking place at the Pan Pacific Perth from 1–5 November 2026.

Professor McBratney is an internationally recognised soil scientist and leader in digital soil mapping, precision agriculture and soil security. His pioneering research has transformed the way soils are measured, mapped and managed, with his work influencing soil science, agricultural production and environmental management around the world. We look forward to welcoming Professor McBratney and hearing his insights as part of what promises to be an outstanding conference.
📍 Conference at Pan Pacific Perth
📅 1–5 November 2026
🍽️ Dinner at Optus Stadium
🎟️ Registrations via the conference website link below:

https://lnkd.in/g6F-ekku

02/09/2026

📢 2026 Australian Soil Judging Competition registrations closing this week! 📢

Registrations for the 2026 Australian Soil Judging close on 4 September. Get you team together and register today!

Join us in Mandurah, Western Australia, for one of the best hands-on professional development and networking opportunities for emerging and experienced soil scientists.

The 2026 competition will be held in the Mandurah region from 28 October to 1 November 2026 (immediately preceding the 2026 Soil Science Australia National Conference).

This event brings together students, early-career professionals, researchers and industry experts for practical field-based soil assessment, expert guidance, team and individual competitions, and plenty of soil pits.

Whether you are keen to compete, coach, volunteer or support the next generation of soil scientists, this is a fantastic opportunity to build skills, grow your network and celebrate soil science in action!

Sponsorship opportunities are also available. Help us support the next generation of soil scientists, build field-based capability across the profession, and connect with the national soil science community.

Register now: https://lnkd.in/gR47hT9E

30/08/2026

We are delighted to announce that Dr Michael Crawford, CEO of the CRC for High Performance Soils (the Soil CRC), will be joining us as a Plenary Presenter at the 2026 Soil Science Australia Conference, taking place at the Pan Pacific Perth from 1–5 November 2026.

With more than 25 years' experience in soil science, farming systems, natural resource management, and research leadership, Michael has been instrumental in advancing Australia's soil policy and fostering national collaboration across industry, research and government. We look forward to welcoming his insights as part of what promises to be an outstanding conference.
📍 Conference at Pan Pacific Perth
📅 1–5 November 2026
🍽️ Dinner at Optus Stadium
🎟️ Registrations via the conference website link below:

https://lnkd.in/g6F-ekku

28/08/2026

We are delighted to announce that Hon. Penelope Wensley AC will be joining us as a Keynote Presenter at the 2026 Soil Science Australia Conference, taking place at the Pan Pacific Perth from 1–5 November 2026.

We are honoured to welcome such a respected voice to our program and look forward to their contribution to what promises to be an outstanding conference.
📍 Conference at Pan Pacific Hotels and Resorts Perth
📅 1–5 November 2026
🍽️ Dinner at Optus Stadium
🎟️ Registrations via the conference website link below:
https://lnkd.in/g6F-ekku

26/08/2026

Nominations closing soon! SSA National Awards 2026

Nominations for Soil Science Australia's national awards close on 30 August. If you know a soil scientist, student or long-serving member whose work deserves recognition, now's the time to put their name forward.

JA Prescott Medal — recognises outstanding contributions to soil science research and its application in Australia.

JK Taylor OBE Gold Medal — awarded every second year for excellence in soil science research and its communication through publication.

SSA Publication Medal — for a single scientific publication of exceptional merit by an early-career soil scientist.

CG Stephens PhD Award — for the best PhD thesis in soil science from an Australian university.

LJH Teakle Award — recognises outstanding effort in promoting and raising awareness of soil science through extension and outreach.

SSA Fellowship — for exceptional achievement and distinction in soils-based research, technology, teaching, extension and/or the advancement of soil science.

Honorary Life Membership — recognises long-standing and distinguished service to soil science and the Society.

Head to the Soil Science Australia website for guidelines and nomination forms.
https://www.soilscienceaustralia.org.au/about/awards/

13/08/2026

𝗡𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗰𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝗼𝗼𝗻 — 𝗦𝗦𝗔 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲!!

Nominations for Soil Science Australia's national awards close on 30 August.

If you know a soil scientist, student or long-serving member whose work deserves recognition, now's the time to put their name forward.

JA Prescott Medal — recognises outstanding contributions to soil science research and its application in Australia.

JK Taylor OBE Gold Medal — awarded every second year for excellence in soil science research and its communication through publication.

SSA Publication Medal — for a single scientific publication of exceptional merit by an early-career soil scientist.

CG Stephens PhD Award — for the best PhD thesis in soil science from an Australian university.

LJH Teakle Award — recognises outstanding effort in promoting and raising awareness of soil science through extension and outreach.

SSA Fellowship — for exceptional achievement and distinction in soils-based research, technology, teaching, extension and/or the advancement of soil science.

Honorary Life Membership — recognises long-standing and distinguished service to soil science and the Society.

📅 Nominations close 30 August 2026. Head to the Soil Science Australia website for guidelines and nomination forms.

https://www.soilscienceaustralia.org.au/about/awards/

23/07/2026

𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲'𝘀 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗦𝗼𝗶𝗹𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 𝗶𝘀 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲.

This month our Smart Soils team would like to share a useful tool in our Resource Library for South Australians; “Nature Maps” as reviewed by SA RSC Lucy Porter

NatureMaps: a free online resource allows users to view digital maps of soil, vegetation and other natural resource attributes across the landscape. You can zoom in on areas of interest, turn map layers on and off based on your needs and view thousands of soil characterisation sites with a summary of properties, including soil chemistry data.

Part of the Smart Soils Resource Library, where every resource is reviewed by a team of trusted soil experts to support informed soil management decisions.

Read more and access the resource:
https://www.soilscienceaustralia.org.au/news/naturemaps-for-sa-soils/

Smart Soils is managed by Soil Science Australia and supported by the Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry through the Climate-Smart Agriculture Program under the Natural Heritage Trust.

03/06/2026

What do farmers need to unlock their soil carbon potential (and help Australia tap into its most underutilised net zero asset)? 🌏

While Australian soils could deliver billions of dollars in ACCU revenue and boost agricultural productivity and regional economies, many farmers ask:

📈 Can we reliably build soil carbon?
🕰️ How do we keep carbon in our soil for the 25-year permanence period?
👍 Who can we actually trust?

To unlock our soil carbon potential, Australia needs trusted advisors.

✅ Advisors who have in-depth training in soil carbon science and how it informs practical farm management.
✅ Advisors who are accredited by our national soil science association.

That's where the partnership between Soil Science Australia and Soil C Quest comes in. 🤝 Together, we've created an accreditation program and training pathway to provide the certainty farm businesses need for informed decision-making.

In our joint webinar with Soil Science Australia you'll hear from:

🔬 Edward Scott about the Soil Science Australia RSP-Soil Carbon Accreditation: who are the leading soil carbon scientists that developed these professional standards, and how do you get accredited?

🎓 Guy Webb about the SoilCQuest Masterclass in Growing Soil Carbon: what does it mean that this training course is a pathway to the RSP- Soil Carbon Accreditation, and what's in the Masterclass?

🌾 Dr Susan Orgill about a management concept that's critical for long-term soil carbon: how step-wise farm practice change can reset the soil carbon equilibrium;

🦠 Dr Adam OToole O'Toole bust a soil carbon science myth: the fast cycling of carbon by microbes is actually the key to how stable, long-term soil carbon is formed.

Webinar: Building Trust in Soil Carbon
When: Wednesday, 17 June | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM AEST

FREE for Soil Science Australia members and SoilCQuest Masterclass enrollees *$60 for non-members of Soil Science Australia (all webinar proceeds go to Soil Science Australia and will be used to continue to deliver similar knowledge events).

👉 Register to join the conversation: https://tinyurl.com/SSASoilCQuestWebinar

20/05/2026

Registrations are now open for the joint webinar between Soil Science Australia and Soil C Quest Building Trust in soil carbon, through training and accreditation.

Australian agricultural soils offer significant carbon sequestration potential, but unlocking this requires managing complex risks and the 25-year permanence requirement. Overcoming industry uncertainty and building producer trust relies on credible, evidence-based guidance and strong professional standards.

To help address this need, Soil Science Australia developed the Registered Soil Practitioner – Soil Carbon (RSP-SC) accreditation, certifying advisors to provide reliable and risk-aware soil carbon services. Soil C Quest developed the online Masterclass in Growing Soil Carbon, mapped against the RSP-SC standards as a practical learning pathway toward accreditation.

This webinar will microbial carbon pathways, and the practice changes needed to manage soil carbon dynamically and responsibly.

In this joint webinar with SoilCQuest you'll be hearing from leading soil carbon specialists:

Edward Scott about the Soil Science Australia RSP-Soil Carbon Accreditation: who are the leading soil carbon scientists that developed these professional standards, and how do you get accredited?

Guy Webb about the SoilCQuest Masterclass in Growing Soil Carbon: what does it mean that this training course is a pathway to the RSP- Soil Carbon Accreditation, and what's in the Masterclass?

Dr Susan Orgill about a management concept that's critical for long-term soil carbon: how step-wise farm practice change can reset the soil carbon equilibrium;

Dr Adam OToole busts a soil carbon science myth: the fast cycling of carbon by microbes is actually the key to how stable, long-term soil carbon is formed.

Online panellists Alison Carmichael and Erika Van Schellebeck will also join the discussion to answer questions relating to the RSP-SC accreditation and SoilCQuest Masterclass.

📅 Wednesday 17 June 2026, 12pm - 1pm AEST

Free for SSA members and those enrolled in the SoilCQuest Masterclass

$60 for non-members of Soil Science Australia (all webinar proceeds go to Soil Science Australia and will be used to continue to deliver similar knowledge events).

Register here:

https://lnkd.in/gfGRMRTX

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