Mr. Samuel Bamidele | Soil Health | Soil Health Advocate Award

Samuel Oluwapamilerin Bamidele is a soil scientist and environmental professional whose academic and research contributions span soil health, land management, ecological restoration, and climate-resilient agriculture. His work integrates biogeochemical analysis, environmental compliance, and geospatial assessment to support sustainable land-use practices and regenerative systems. With publications addressing soil carbon sequestration, erosion vulnerability, wetland dynamics, and digital soil suitability mapping, he has advanced knowledge in both temperate and tropical landscapes. His scholarly output includes 3 indexed documents, with 22 citations across 21 citing sources, and an h-index of 3, reflecting growing impact within the soil and environmental sciences community. Beyond research, he has contributed to field-based soil health monitoring, restoration project design, regulatory compliance reporting, and interdisciplinary collaborations with conservation agencies, academic institutions, and industry stakeholders. He has delivered talks in scientific societies, participated in podcasts, and engaged in leadership initiatives promoting soil sustainability and agricultural innovation. His roles in mentoring, committee service, peer review, and professional societies demonstrate his commitment to capacity-building and global soil health advocacy. With expertise spanning laboratory analysis, field coordination, GIS-based assessment, and technical writing, he represents a rising voice in advancing soil conservation, climate adaptation, and sustainable land management at local, national, and international levels.