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 Regionals 2026

University of Maryland Soil Judging Team competed at the 2026 Northeast Regionals near waldorf, Md.

The 2026 Northeast Regional Soil Judging contest was hosted by the University of Maryland this year in Charles County.  Led by UMD veteran coach Brian Needelman, the Terps took 1st place Group Judging and 1st overall! Eight UMD students landed in the Top 10 for individual scores. Kudos to all who helped make the event a success.

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Our Newsletter

Earth Scientist and Asst Editor Kendal Morris Probing some Soil.

Updates on soil judging, an obituary for honorary member Phil Snow, a recap of the annual MAPSS meeting, and introduction of new assistant editor Dr. Kendalynn Morris.

Summer 2026: Vol. 37: Issue 1

 

Sassafras: MD State Soil

A typical profile of sassafras soil series

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

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