In 2003, the Soil Science Society of North Carolina published “Papers Commemorating a Century of Soil Science,” a landmark collection reflecting on the evolution of soil science and its contributions across the state.

This volume includes:

• Early soil surveys from Raleigh to New Bern

• The story of licensing soil scientists in NC

• Research milestones in micronutrients, liming, and conservation tillage

• Historical profiles of Hugh Hammond Bennett and other leaders in the field

• The development of soil science at NC State University

These papers honor both the scientific advancements and the individuals who shaped soil science in North Carolina over the past 100 years.