Future of Soil Science under Present Scenario

OPINION PAPER

Abstract

Soil is a critical natural resource central to food security, climate regulation, carbon sequestration, and ecosystem sustainability, yet soil science remains underprioritized in modern research and policy. With soils storing more carbon than atmospheric and vegetative pools combined, improving carbon flux quantification and sequestration strategies is increasingly urgent. The future of soil science depends on integrating artificial intelligence, machine learning, nanotechnology, remote sensing, and data analytics to enhance soil characterization, digital mapping, precision nutrient management, and real-time monitoring.