Welcome to the 22nd International Soil Tillage Research Organisation International (ISTRO) Conference in Virginia Beach, VA, USA! ISTRO promotes engagement among scientists working with and researching soil tillage, field traffic, and their relationship with soil, environment, land use and crop production. This conference is your opportunity to meet with other researchers, share research, and stimulate new collaborations and ideas for the advancement of soil and crop production sciences. 

ISTRO 2024's theme is “Living Roots, Living Soil” to focus on regenerative agriculture, soil health, cover crops, residue systems and sustainable crop production as a whole. We aim to focus on how sustainable practices impact soils.

The conference will take place in the United States’ renowned and exciting east coast resort city of Virginia Beach, VA. Life here is good because of all the natural beauty that surrounds this resort town perfectly paired with a flourishing local culinary scene, rich history, a variety of arts and entertainment and family-friendly attractions that keeps locals and visitors entertained year-round.

It's no secret that Virginia Beach is known as one of the happiest communities in the country!

For abstract submissions, please review the guidelines before proceeding. 

I look forward to seeing you in Virginia Beach in September 2024! Dr. Mark Reiter

ISTRO President 

Professor, Soils and Nutrient Management 

Virginia Tech Eastern Shore Agricultural and Extension Center