The German Soil Science Society celebrated its 100th anniversary in February 2026 in Hannover, marking a century of progress in soil science research and practice. The event brought together scientists and experts to reflect on the development of the discipline and to discuss future challenges and innovations. As part of the scientific program, Prof. Dr. Thomas Scholten presented a talk on the role of artificial intelligence in soil science. His contribution highlighted recent advances in digital soil mapping and emphasized the increasing importance of AI-based approaches for understanding and managing soil systems.
Further details about the event can be found here: