The British Society of Soil Science  is a limited company, registered in England and Wales No. 7110309 and a registered Charity No. 1134456.

Our Mission:

The British Society of Soil Science is an incorporated charity whose mission is “ to advance the study of soil and to promote a better understanding of soil, nationally and internationally”. Together with its professional body the Institute of Professional Soil Scientists (IPSS), the Society will achieve this through:

• Promoting the understanding, relevance and use of soil science and the dissemination of research findings
• Enhancing soil education and developing soil scientists
• Institute of Professional Soil Scientists - Supporting standards of practice

• Long term sustainability of the Society

Guiding principles

In delivering the following strategic aims the Society will adhere to the following principles;

Sound Science – we are a science-based organisation.

Proactive engagement – forward thinking, seeking out new and innovative ways of achieving our aims.

Influencing – ensuring that soil science is promoted and that the voice of the Society and of our members is heard.

Collaboration – actively seeking suitable partners to help deliver our aims.

Environmental sustainability – at all stages of planning, assessing and seeking to minimise the impacts of its activities on the environment