The Food and Agriculture Organization of the UN (FAO) has issued a call for abstracts for the Global Symposium on Soil Compaction, a hybrid event scheduled for 21 to 23 September 2026 in Aarhus, Denmark, according to a press release published on April 20, 2026. The symposium is co-organized by FAO, its Global Soil Partnership, and Aarhus University. The event will bring together scientists, policymakers, and practitioners from around the world.
The symposium addresses soil compaction and its effects on soil functions, agricultural productivity, ecosystems, and climate. It will serve as a platform to exchange knowledge on assessment and mitigation approaches. Organizers also aim to support dialogue on policy and monitoring frameworks. Socioeconomic factors influencing sustainable soil management will be examined as well. The event will be accessible both in person and virtually.
Scientists, policymakers, and practitioners are invited to submit abstracts presenting research and practical experience related to soil compaction. Each submission should outline objectives, methods, and key findings, and align with the symposium’s themes. A scientific committee will review all contributions. Selected abstracts will be presented as oral or poster sessions. The deadline for abstract submissions is April 30, 2026.
The symposium aims to advance understanding of soil compaction and its broader impacts across multiple sectors. It will provide a shared space for knowledge exchange on how compaction can be assessed and mitigated. Dialogue on policy and monitoring frameworks is also a central goal. Participants will examine the socioeconomic dimensions of sustainable soil management. The hybrid format is designed to ensure broad and inclusive participation.
Full details, including the concept note, registration information for both in-person and virtual attendance, and guidance on the abstract submission process, are available on the FAO event page. The abstract submission deadline is April 30, 2026. Interested contributors are encouraged to review the symposium themes before preparing their submissions. The event represents a coordinated effort by FAO and its partners to address soil compaction at a global level. Prospective participants should act promptly given the approaching deadline.
