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Soil science is the science
dealing with soil as a natural
resource. It includes: soil
formation, classification, and
mapping; the physical, chemical and
biological properties of soils; and
the management of soils for various
purposes such as the production of
agricultural products and forest
crops, the construction of roads,
and others. The overall objective of
the programme is to conduct research
to ensure that forest management
practices do not compromise soil
sustainability. The research
pedologist works collaboratively
with other members of the RCO
research team and provincial
counterparts to provide a scientific
basis for forest management in the
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