All professions must continually promote themselves in order to be recognized, respected, and viable.  The soil science profession is no different.

Does the soil science profession effectively project its' stature to other peer professions, and to the general public at the local, State, and Federal levels?   Does the soil science profession actively promote and institute its’ practice and standards within governing policies, rules, and statutes?  The above questions must be positively answered in order for the soil science profession to remain sustainable and well established for the future.  A review of past successes and future concerns regarding these issues are presented with recommendations for continued future growth.