In the "Soils Matter, Get the Scoop" blog run by the Soil Science Society of America, scientists explore the general relationships that exist between soil color and climates. This piece is a fun read that also touches on other factors that influence soil formation, and would be a great tool to introduce people to the great variety of soils found on the planet. Also, the ASA-CSSA-SSSA Annual Meeting is coming up in Phoenix, November 6-9, 2016 so stop by to learn more about soil, agronomy and crop science! They will be accepting entries for their annual photo contest until September 15th, 2016.