The Federation of Eurasian Soil Science Societies (FESSS) brings together national soil science societies to advance scientific exchange, strengthen cooperation and promote the sustainable use and protection of soil resources.
Established in 2012 through the joint initiative of the soil science societies of Türkiye, Russia, Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan, the Federation subsequently expanded to include societies from Romania, Kyrgyzstan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Serbia. This network connects scientific communities across Eurasia, providing opportunities to share knowledge, experience and approaches to soil research and management.
Our mission is to advance fundamental and applied soil science through cooperation among member societies, researchers, educators and practitioners. We promote the exchange of scientific knowledge to improve understanding of soils and their role in agricultural production, environmental protection and ecosystem functioning.
The Federation pursues the following objectives:
Strengthen scientific cooperation by connecting national soil science societies and encouraging collaboration among researchers and institutions.
Support knowledge exchange through congresses, conferences, symposia, workshops and other scientific activities.
Advance soil research and its application by encouraging the sharing of methods, findings and practical experience across different soil and environmental conditions.
Promote soil education and public awareness by communicating the importance of soils for food production, water quality, biodiversity and climate regulation.
Encourage early career participation by creating opportunities for students and young soil scientists to engage with the wider scientific community.
Promote sustainable soil management through scientific discussion of soil conservation, degradation, restoration and responsible land use.
Scientific meetings provide an important foundation for the Federation’s activities. Through congresses, symposia and workshops, FESSS facilitates discussion of research findings, methodological developments and shared challenges in soil science.
These activities connect researchers across national boundaries and disciplines, supporting the exchange of ideas and the development of professional relationships.
The Eurasian Journal of Soil Science (EJSS) is the official English-language scientific journal of the Federation. Established in 2012, it is an international, peer-reviewed, open-access journal publishing original research in soil science and related fields.
EJSS provides a platform for communicating research on soils, plant nutrition, soil–plant interactions and environmental soil science to an international readership.
FESSS recognises the importance of supporting the next generation of soil scientists. Its young soil scientists’ network provides a framework for communication and participation among early career researchers from member countries.
The Federation seeks to encourage their involvement in scientific exchange, educational activities and international collaboration.
FESSS maintains a non-political scientific focus. Its activities are guided by scientific integrity, mutual respect and cooperation across national and institutional boundaries.
The Federation welcomes opportunities for scientific dialogue with societies, institutions and researchers who share its commitment to advancing soil knowledge and protecting soil resources.