Date: June 7 - 12, 2026

Location: Nanjing, China

Organizers: International Union of Soil Sciences, Soil Science Society of China

The 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.

Deprived from the Chinese character “土” (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.

The Congress is expected to attract diverse participants, including research scientists, soil practitioners, industry representatives, policymakers, regulators, academic societies, students, and anyone with an interest in the sustainable management of soils globally. This congress will provide an exceptional platform for soil scientists to collaborate and tackle the various challenges faced by both developed and developing regions.

Nanjing, a sub-provincial city situated in the Yangtze River delta in the southwestern part of Jiangsu province, serves as the provincial capital and is recognized as one of China's four great ancient capitals. It is also a vital center for education, culture, economy, industry, politics, and tourism.

General Information: wcss2026@issas.ac.cn

Don't miss out on the early bird registration, available until March 7, 2026.