PRSSS

The 2nd Fall Farm Tour is a week away! Explore local soil management and day-to-day farm operations. Carpooling will be organized across the Lower Mainland where needed. Registration closes on October 21st, so scan the QR code or head to the link in our bio to RSVP! 🍂🎃

Join the PRSSS for the first date of our Fall Farm Tour on September 12 in Dewdney, BC! Visit a blueberry farm and a small-scale organic farm to learn from farmers about their production systems and common challenges. The second tour date in late October will be announced soon!

As we dig into another year with the PRSSS, here's a look back at our amazing 2025/26 events! From skill-building workshops to creative community outreach, we had a fantastic year sharing the wonder of soil with you all! 🤎🧡

Last month we had our 2026 AGM and Spring Workshop celebrating the interconnectedness of humans and soils! Thank you to everyone who attended, we had an amazing turnout of 90+ 🤎🧡 And a special shout out to our speakers, sponsor, and executives for all their time and effort!

Are you eager to dig some pits and hand texture soils? Want to learn about soil classification and agricultural land from local soil experts? If so, fill out the form in our bio to express your interest for the 2026 Soil ID Course from June 4th-6th in Kelowna, BC on Syilx land.

Become a PRSSS Member today for free/discounted tickets to all events and exclusive access to past workshops! Scan the QR code or head to the link in our bio to register for your 2026/27 membership. Attended the 2026 AGM? Scan to claim your free membership!

UPDATE: DEADLINE EXTENDED! Calling all soil science students! We are excited to announce that in partnership with Y.P. Heung Foundation, we have 3 awards open for application! Head to the link in bio for more info 📅 DEADLINE for applications AND reference letters now March 28

Last chance to sign up for our AGM tomorrow! forms.gle/a4SbQ3DxywtQuDL76

Our AGM is tomorrow. If you're interested in being part of the PRSSS, fill in the form today forms.gle/mRmrZFGPXrDFs6Rd7 and come to the AGM tomorrow! forms.gle/a4SbQ3DxywtQuDL76

2 weeks left to submit your application! prsss.ca/student-awards

Hey Soil Lovers! The 2026 AGM & Spring Workshop is right around the corner, and the PRSSS is excited to announce our program information! Get your tickets by Wednesday March 11th for a day filled with presentations, panels, workshops, and connecting! 🌟🌱

We are excited to announce this year's Spring Workshop with Brooke Hayes! She will lead a workshop about who governs soil in BC, exploring how soil is defined in statutes and regulations across sectors. Sign up for the 2026 AGM and Spring Workshop with the link in our bio!

Calling all soil science students! We're excited to announce that in partnership with Y.P. Heung Foundation, we have 3 awards open! Go to our website for info & to apply: prsss.ca/student-awards 📅 DEADLINE for applications: March 21 📅 Deadline for reference letters: March 28

Please welcome our next speaker for the 2026 AGM, Dr. Bavisha Kalyan! She will be presenting on her work in environmental health through community science. Head to the link in our bio to register for the AGM and Spring Workshop to see these amazing speakers!

AGM sign-up: forms.gle/a4SbQ3DxywtQuDL76

We are excited to announce our next AGM speaker: Teresa Porter! She will be presenting on her work as a soils health educator at the ē kanātahk askiy SAGE project at the University of Saskatchewan. Head to the link in our bio to register for the 2026 AGM and Spring Workshop!

UPDATE: DEADLINE EXTENDED! Interested in sharing your research in soil science? Join by registering to attend the 2026 PRSSS AGM (online or in person) and indicate “Yes” to the poster competition question to receive more information. The link to register can be found in our bio

And now for our second AGM speaker: Alyssa Robinson! Swipe for more information on Alyssa and her presentation! Make sure to head to the link in our bio to register for the 2026 AGM and Spring Workshop on March 14, 2026 to see Alyssa and many other amazing speakers!