International Seminar on Reinventing Soil Systems:Digital Intelligence,Biomes and Sustainable Food Security
REINSS 2026
Kerala Agricultural University
Department of Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry
College of Agriculture, Vellayani, Thiruvananthapuram, Keralam, India
&
Indian Society of Soil Science
Trivandrum Chapter
Thiruvananthapuram, Keralam
About the Seminar
Reinventing Soil Systems 2026 (REINSS 2026) advances a transformative vision for soil systems by integrating digital soil intelligence, climate-smart agriculture, soil microbiome engineering, and nature-based solutions to confront pressing global challenges, including land degradation, declining soil health, climate variability, and food insecurity.
The seminar highlights the application of artificial intelligence, remote sensing, precision nutrient management, and data-driven decision-support tools to optimize soil resource-use efficiency and strengthen sustainable soil management practices.
The conference seeks to catalyze interdisciplinary collaboration among soil scientists, ecologists, agronomists, technologists, policymakers, and industry leaders. By aligning cutting-edge research with practical field implementation, REINSS 2026 aims to strengthen regenerative soil pathways, enhance ecosystem services, improve carbon sequestration, and promote sustainable intensification.
Ultimately, the deliberations aspire to build resilient, productive, and climate-adaptive soil systems that underpin long-term food, nutrition, and livelihood security at regional and global scales.
Inauguration
Dr. Himanshu Pathak
Director General
International Crops Research Institute
for the Semi-Arid Tropics
Eminent Speakers
Dr. Daniel Evans
Senior Lecturer in Soil Formation
Centre for Soil, Agrifood and Biosciences,
Cranfield University, UK
Dr. Wayne Honeycutt
Retired President and CEO
Soil Health Institute
Colorado State University, US
Dr. Ajay Kumar Mishra
Senior Associate Scientist
International Rice Research Institute,
Philippines
P. Sureshkumar
Professor (Retd.), KAU
Dr. Vidya Suseela
Associate Professor
Plant & Environmental Sciences,
Clemson University, US
Dr. Bholuram Gurjar
Postdoctoral Research Associate
Texas A&M, US
Dr. Kesav R Adhikari
Adjunct Professor
Agriculture and Forest University,
Nepal
President of Nepalese Society of Soil Science
Dr. Murali Gopal
Principal Scientist (Ag. Microbiology) & Head
Division of Physiology, Biochemistry & PTH
ICAR-CPCRI
Dr. Aundy Kumar
Professor and Principal Scientist
Division of Plant Pathology
ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute,
New Delhi
Dr. Panneerselvam Peramaiyan
South Asia Cropping Systems Agronomist
International Rice Research Institute
Dr. S. Karthikeyan
Professor (Microbiology)
Department of Agricultural Microbiology
TNAU, Coimbatore
Dr. Kapil Chobhe
Soil & Crop Sciences
Texas A&M University, USA
Highlights of REINSS 2026
300+
Delegates
12+
Invited Speakers
5+
Scientific Themes
Scopus Indexed
Faculty Publications in Scopus Indexed Journals
Live Streaming
Live Streaming of Lead Talks
Networking
Networking Opportunities
Oral & Poster
Presentation Awards
Separate Awards
For Students and Faculty
Exhibitions
Exhibitions and Stalls
AWARDS
Best Presentation Awards
Distinguished jury will evaluate the presentations and select the Best Oral and Poster Presentations across various scientific sessions. First, Second, and Third Prizes will be awarded to the outstanding presentations in each category.
Award Categories
- Category I: Students
- Category II: Faculty / Researchers / Scientists
On-site Participants
Certificates of Participation will be provided to on-site participants.
Online Participants
e-Certificates will be issued to online participants.
The seminar will also feature live streaming of keynote and lead talks, enabling virtual attendees to participate in the scientific sessions remotely.
Contact Us
For Further Details Contact
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Dr. Naveen Leno n.leno@kau.in 9447501346 |
Dr. Gowri Priya gowry.p@kau.in 9349487601 |