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49th PARIS International Congress on Agriculture and Soil Sciences Research (ASSR-26) July 20-22, 2026 Paris (France)

ASSR-26

URL: https://caeer.org/conference/392
Event Date: 2026-07-20 ~ 2026-07-22
Submission Date: 2026-07-01
Organizer: CAEER
Location: Paris, France

Topics

All Abstracts, Reviews, short articles, Full articles, Posters are welcomed related with any of the following research fields:

1. Soil Physical and Chemical Properties

This area focuses on the fundamental "makeup" of the soil, which dictates its ability to support life.

Soil Mineralogy: Crystal structure of clays, primary and secondary minerals.

Soil Physics:
- Texture and structure (pore space and bulk density).
- Hydrology: Water retention, hydraulic conductivity, and infiltration.
- Aeration and thermal properties.

Soil Chemistry:
- Cation Exchange Capacity (CEC) and pH regulation.
- Redox potential ($E_h$) in submerged soils (wetlands).
- Soil organic matter (SOM) fractions and humification.

2. Soil Fertility and Plant Nutrition

This subfield is directly interrelated with crop production, focusing on the nutrient cycle.

Macronutrients and Micronutrients: Nitrogen phosphorus, and potassium (NPK) cycles; trace element bioavailability.

Fertilizer Technology: Slow-release fertilizers, foliar applications, and bio-fertilizers.

Rhizosphere Dynamics: The chemical interactions between root exudates and soil particles.

Nutrient Use Efficiency (NUE): Genetic and management strategies to reduce nutrient waste.

3. Soil Biology and Microbiology

A rapidly growing field focused on the "living" part of the soil.

The Soil Microbiome: Diversity of bacteria, fungi (Mycorrhizae), and archaea.

Soil Fauna: The role of earthworms, nematodes, and micro-arthropods in nutrient cycling.

Biological Nitrogen Fixation (BNF): Symbiotic relationships (e.g., Rhizobium in legumes).

Soil Health Indicators: Enzyme activities and microbial biomass carbon.

4. Pedology and Soil Classification

This independent branch deals with the origin and mapping of soils.

Pedogenesis: Soil-forming factors (climatology, topography, parent material, time, and organisms).

Soil Taxonomy: Classification systems (USDA Soil Taxonomy, World Reference Base).

Digital Soil Mapping: Using GIS and remote sensing to predict soil properties across landscapes.

5. Agronomy and Crop Science

The "Agriculture" side of the research, heavily dependent on soil data.

Crop Physiology: Photosynthesis efficiency and stress tolerance (drought, salinity, heat).

Cropping Systems: Monoculture vs. polyculture, crop rotation, and intercropping.

Precision Agriculture: Use of GPS, IoT sensors, and variable rate technology (VRT).

Weed and Pest Management: Integrated Pest Management (IPM) and herbicide resistance.

6. Sustainable Land Management and Ecology

Interrelated topics that address environmental impact and long-term viability.

Soil Conservation: Erosion control (wind and water), terracing, and cover cropping.

Carbon Sequestration: Soil’s role as a carbon sink to mitigate climate change.

Regenerative Agriculture: No-till farming and holistic grazing practices.

Agroforestry: Integrating trees into agricultural landscapes for biodiversity.

7. Environmental Soil Science (Contamination & Remediation)

Focuses on the impact of human activity on soil quality.

Soil Pollution: Heavy metals, microplastics, and pesticide residues.

Bioremediation and Phytoremediation: Using microbes or plants to decontaminate soil.

Waste Management: Application of sewage sludge, compost, and biochar to land.

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