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National Cooperative Soil Survey (NCSS)

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Definition - From the National Soil Survey Handbook, Part 601.

Purpose - From the National Soil Survey Handbook, Part 600.

Conferences - Reports of conferences, bylaws, and participants.

Newsletters - online versions of the quarterly newsletter.

Map - shows the four NCSS regions.

Awards - summary of previous NCSS awards.

NCSS Training and Job Aids - Directed to employees of agencies participating in the NCSS.

History - Historical information on the soil survey.

Last Modified: 08/17/2012