On 31 March, the African Union Soil Observatory (AUSO) is hosting a webinar titled "Data standards for improved soil health monitoring in Africa: The role of AUSO".
During the webinar, experts and stakeholders will discuss the importance of harmonised soil data systems in improving soil health monitoring, supporting evidence-based policymaking, and advancing sustainable agricultural development across Africa.
The webinar will also highlight ongoing efforts and practical approaches to strengthening soil information systems.
ISRIC colleagues Ulan Turdukulov, data infrastructure expert, and Luis Calisto, senior geospatial architect, will participate in the upcoming webinar to discuss digital soil information systems and data interoperability in Africa. They will also discuss how to build harmonised soil data platforms in Africa, sharing insights from the Soils4Africa project.
Event details and registration
Date: 31 March 2026
Time: 09:30 GMT
Format: Virtual (Zoom)
Registration: online via this registration form

