Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Food Dr. Georgi Kostov took part in the opening ceremony of the International Conference on “100 Years of Soil Science in Bulgaria ", held at the Institute of Soil Science" Nikola Poushkarov”. It is under the patronage of Minister of Agriculture and Food Dr. Miroslav Naydenov.
"On behalf of the Minister and myself I would like to congratulate all the scientists, researchers and teachers who conscientiously apply their knowledge of soil science not only in practice but also among the younger generation," said Deputy Minister Kostov in his welcoming speech. There are many challenges before you, one of them is to continue the work of Professor Nikola Pushkarov nowadays, as well as your responsibility towards future generations, he added. Your attention should be focuced on climate changes and optimum utilization of our soil and climatic resources, said Deputy Minister Kostov.
"The role of the Institute of Soil Science" Nikola Poushkarov” in modern society will grow even more. I believe that we will continue to jointly solve the problems of our agriculture at national district and regional levels ", stressed also Minister Kostov.