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Explore ‘Featured Topics in Soils’ on Soils4Teachers.org
The SSSA K–12 Outreach Committee is excited to announce that "Featured Topics in Soils" is now a core part of our flagship website, Soils4Teachers.org. This initiative bridges the gap between complex soil science and the classroom by featuring invited experts who connect soil science to diverse real-world applications.
Classroom to career: Wale Adewunmi
Our Classroom to Career series spotlights members who began as students and grew into thriving professionals. This installment features Wale Adewunmi, who used certification and Society resources to boost his career as a scientist working in a non-traditional field.
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Making your lawn better for bees
Pollinator lawns are emerging as a popular, more sustainable alternative to traditional lawns, offering environmental benefits like improved biodiversity and reduced pesticide use while still serving everyday outdoor functions. Although interest is growing, barriers such as cost, soil conditions, and uncertainty about how to establish them can discourage adoption. Education and clearer definitions can help more people transition to pollinator-friendly landscapes.
This article is part of our Down to Earth series, which breaks down and explains food, farming, and environmental sciences for readers of all backgrounds, including those without formal scientific training.
Down to Earth
Our Down to Earth section publishes food, farming, and environmental concepts and research in language that is easy to understand by all, including those without formal scientific training. Visit us each week as we continue to add more sections and content.
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