The Mid-Atlantic Association of Professional Soil Scientists (MAPSS) is a non- profit organization dedicated to the advancement of the profession of soil science and the protection of the public interest in matters related to soil science. The Association was organized in 1987 and serves professionals primarily in the Maryland, Delaware and District of Columbia area. The membership consists of private consultants, federal government employees, university faculty, state and county employees and other individuals interested in the goals and objectives of the Association in the Mid-Atlantic region.

Soil Judging Nationals 2025

The 2025 National Collegiate Soils Contest was recently hosted by the University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point, located in Stevens Point, WI (Portage County).  Verdantas’ Jenwei Tsai (Dover, Delaware office) coached the team from the University of Delaware.  The team achieved 1st place in Group Judging and secured 2nd place overall out of 27 universities.  These awards truly reflect the dedication, skill, and hard work of both the students and coaches.  This year’s team members were Brielle Carter, Joseph Dagostino, Carter DiRado, Johnathan Kent, and Bethany Knutsen. Phil King (USDA-NRCS State Soil Scientist of DE and MD) serves as the co-coach for the team.

Our Newsletter

Get a recap on the 2024 NE Regional Soil Judging Contest in Rhode Island and the 2025 national contest in Wisconsin, as well as MAPSS business updates and info on future in-field trainings. PLEASE CONSIDER SUBMITTING SOMETHING OF INTEREST FOR PUBLICATION IN THE NEXT ISSUE!

Summer 2025: Vol. 36: Issue 1

Sassafras: MD State Soil

Sassafras is one of the earliest established soil series and the prevalent throughout the Coastal Plain in Maryland.

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