History of the Society of Soil Scientists of Kyrgyzstan

From the scientific legacy of Academician A.M. Mamytov to modern research.

Academician A.M. Mamytov

A.M. Mamytov — Name Uniting Generations of Soil Scientists

The Society of Soil Scientists of Kyrgyzstan is named after Academician A.M. Mamytov, an outstanding scientist who made a huge contribution to the development of soil science and the study of soil resources in Kyrgyzstan.

His scientific research became the basis for the further development of soil science in the country, and the specialists he trained continue his work today. The name of A.M. Mamytov is a symbol of scientific heritage, professionalism and dedication to the study and conservation of the soils of Kyrgyzstan.

Years of Organization Development

Фото 2015

2015 год

Emergence of the Idea and Official Unification

A group of leading pedologists, ecologists, and professors from KNAU and NAS KR united around the idea of reviving the soil science school in the context of climate change. In 2015, the first official founding meeting of the Soil Science Society of Kyrgyzstan took place, where the charter and key goals of the organization were approved, and monitoring of the republic's land resources was launched.

2018 год

Establishment and International Recognition

The organization actively attracted young specialists and regional experts. The Society reached a qualitatively new level, becoming a participant in global environmental initiatives and a partner of the UN FAO Global Soil Partnership, laying a solid scientific foundation for future reforms.

Фото 2018

Фото 2023

2023 год

Digitalization, Mapping, and Regional Support

Launch of a large-scale project for digitalization of soil resources of Kyrgyzstan. Paper archival maps are being converted into interactive vector SVG formats with the implementation of GIS technologies and drones for soil erosion modeling. At the same time, large-scale regional support was launched: field consultations for farmers on preserving soil fertility in conditions of irrigation water deficit are being conducted.