Musfiq Salehin Joins Texas A&M to Advance Soil Health

Research program targets soil health and farm efficiency

• Bonnie Johnson
• October 19, 2026
• Media Article

Musfiq Salehin has joined Texas A&M AgriLife as a soil science professor, leading research to improve soil health, resource efficiency, and sustainable agricultural productivity across Texas.

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Musfiq Salehin, Ph.D., has joined the Texas A&M Department of Soil and Crop Sciences as an assistant professor of soil science at the Texas A&M Research and Extension Center in Stephenville. He also holds a joint appointment with Texas A&M AgriLife Research and the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, where he will lead efforts focused on improving soil health, nutrient cycling, and resource-use efficiency in cropland and pasture systems.
 

Salehin's research program combines agroecology and soil biogeochemistry to identify management practices that support both farm productivity and environmental sustainability. Using field research, laboratory studies, and environmental sensing technologies, he aims to develop practical solutions that producers can adopt across diverse agricultural environments.
 

His work will primarily focus on farming systems in North and Central Texas. The research will examine how management practices influence carbon, nitrogen, and phosphorus cycling while identifying soil health indicators that can help producers make more informed decisions.
 

A key goal of the program is to develop conservation practices and decision-support tools that improve productivity, strengthen farm resilience, and protect natural resources. Salehin hopes these efforts will provide long-term benefits for both crop and livestock producers across the region.
 

Originally from Bangladesh, Salehin earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Dhaka before completing a master's degree at New Mexico State University and a doctorate at Texas A&M University. He later worked as a postdoctoral researcher and served in a faculty role specializing in soil fertility.
 

Beyond research, Salehin is committed to mentoring students and building collaborations with researchers, Extension specialists, and agricultural producers. His experience in soil biogeochemistry, agroecology, and applied agricultural research will support programs designed to address real-world challenges while advancing sustainable agricultural production.
 

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