About Us
We are a non-government organisation (NGO) in Malaysia to promote the study of science within the context of agriculture and to champion environmental stewardship. Inaugurated on April 2, 1971 with 26 founding members, we have since grown into a full-fledged professional entity, having a membership of over 600. Our members include professionals working in both the public and private sectors, within and outside Malaysia.
The organisation also in close collaboration with Department of Land Management, Universiti Putra Malaysia. Click here to find out more.
Our Objectives
- To promote the study of soil science and to create public awareness on the importance of soil conservation within the context of sustainable land management.
- To review areas of soil study relevant for national development.
- To disburse small grants to needy students and to members attending seminars.
MSSS Management Committee 2020/2021
| President | Dr Rosazlin Abdullah (UM) |
| Immediate Past President | Prof. Dr. Che Fauziah Ishak |
| Vice President (Pen. Malaysia) | Dr . V Jeyanny Vijayanathan (FRIM) |
| Vice President (Sarawak) | Dr Wan Asrina Wan Yahya (UPMKB) |
| Vice President (Sabah) | Mr Abdullah Abd Rahman (Sime Darby) |
| Hon. Secretary | Mr. Muhammad Zamir Abdul Rasid (MARDI) |
| Asst. Hon. Secretary | Dr. Norliyana Zin Zawawi (MPOB) |
| Hon. Treasurer | Dr Ali Tan Kee Zuan (UPM) |
| Hon. Asst. Treasurer | Dr Adibah Mohd Amin (UPM) |
| Members | Dr Vijiandran Juva Rajah (UP) Mr. Khairun Naim Mulana (Behn Meyer) Dr. Mohd Firdaus Sulaiman (UPM) Mohamad Fakhri Ishak (FRIM) |
| Hon. Auditors | Dr. Mohd Shafar Jefri Mokhatar (UPM) Dr. Syaharudin Zaibon (UPM) |
Upcoming Events
The Malaysian Society of Soil Science (MSSS) is celebrating its 50th anniversary!
We are having contest for all members to join and chances to win great prizes.
Download our latest contest brosure here:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XxXBKy5PNxpxpLxF4161I1dqxW5-QZqB/view?usp=sharingHead on over to our links for terms and conditions:
1) Photo Contest: https://www.facebook.com/groups/soilsciencemalaysia
2) Poetry Contest: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdeWOVZ2msYZveXPvQb9R2j7p1z_HcpXoFVqm1LtSLDQAdnfg/viewform
3) Essay Contest: https://forms.gle/JZMdwnRvQLCsk9Xz9
The Malaysian Society of Soil Science (MSSS) will be celebrating its Golden Jubilee
The Malaysian Society of Soil Science (MSSS) is celebrating its 50th anniversary!
We are having contest for all members to join and chances to win great prizes.
Download our latest contest brosure here:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XxXBKy5PNxpxpLxF4161I1dqxW5-QZqB/view?usp=sharing
Head on over to our links for terms and conditions:
1) Photo Contest: https://www.facebook.com/groups/soilsciencemalaysia
2) Poetry Contest: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdeWOVZ2msYZveXPvQb9R2j7p1z_HcpXoFVqm1LtSLDQAdnfg/viewform
3) Essay Contest: https://forms.gle/JZMdwnRvQLCsk9Xz9
Greeting! We cordially invite you to join a webinar: MSSS 50th Anniversary - National Webinar.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.Topic: Roles of Biofertilizer in Sustainable Agriculture
Date: 16th March 2021
Time: 10.00am - 12.00pm (Local MYT+8 GMT)To register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ifVjOIXnQNClox5sOz4v4Q
or* scan QR code* in the brochure Platform: Zoom online
Zoom ID: 894 5632 6369
Passcode: msss50yearInvited Speaker:
Moderator:
- Assoc. Prof. Dr. Amir Hamzah Ahmad Ghazali | School of Biological Science, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM)
- Mrs. Nor Fadilah Abd Halim | Deputy Director of Fertilizer Technology Programme, Soil Science, Water, and Fertilizer Research Centre (MARDI)
- Dr. Md Hoirul Azri Ponari | Kulliyah of Science, International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM)
- Mr. Muhamad Nazri Lokman | General Manager, Edaran NM Teguh Trading
Dr. John Keen Chubo | Faculty of Agricultural Science and Forestry, Universiti Putra Malaysia (UMPKB)Open for the public.
E-certificate will be given.
See all of you on the 16th March 2021
Roles of Biofertilizer in Sustainable Agriculture | National Webinar
Greeting! We cordially invite you to join a webinar: MSSS 50th Anniversary - National Webinar.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.
Topic: Roles of Biofertilizer in Sustainable Agriculture
Date: 16th March 2021
Time: 10.00am - 12.00pm (Local MYT+8 GMT)
To register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ifVjOIXnQNClox5sOz4v4Q
or* scan QR code* in the brochure
Platform: Zoom online
Zoom ID: 894 5632 6369
Passcode: msss50year
Invited Speaker:
- Assoc. Prof. Dr. Amir Hamzah Ahmad Ghazali | School of Biological Science, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM)
- Mrs. Nor Fadilah Abd Halim | Deputy Director of Fertilizer Technology Programme, Soil Science, Water, and Fertilizer Research Centre (MARDI)
- Dr. Md Hoirul Azri Ponari | Kulliyah of Science, International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM)
- Mr. Muhamad Nazri Lokman | General Manager, Edaran NM Teguh Trading
Dr. John Keen Chubo | Faculty of Agricultural Science and Forestry, Universiti Putra Malaysia (UMPKB)
Open for the public.
E-certificate will be given.
See all of you on the 16th March 2021
SOIL FAMILIARISATION TOUR 2021
South Kelantan
(Calcareous Soil & Inland Soil)
Soil Familiarisation Tour 2021
South Kelantan
(Calcareous Soil & Inland Soil)
Limited to 30 participants only
ESAFS2021
The 15th International Conference of the East and Southeast Asia Federation of Soil Science Societies
15th—19th November 2021
Hotel Istana, Kuala Lumpur
ESAFS2021
The 15th International Conference of the East and Southeast Asia Federation of Soil Science Societies
15th—19th November 2021
Hotel Istana, Kuala Lumpur