As we mark the 25th anniversary of Interactive Open Access Publishing, the Executive Editors of SOIL would like to take this opportunity to reflect on the journal's role within the scientific community. Since its founding in 2014, SOIL has sought to provide a platform for interdisciplinary research in soil science, connecting traditional soil studies with related fields such as ecology, hydrology, biogeochemistry, and environmental science. The journal covers a wide range of research activities—from laboratory and field studies to modelling and data analysis—with the aim of fostering a deeper understanding of soil systems and their environmental interactions. Like all EGU journals, SOIL follows a transparent and interactive peer-review process, ensuring scientific quality while encouraging community engagement. The continued development of SOIL is made possible by the dedication of its editorial team, comprising 5 Executive Editors and approximately 40 Topical Editors. Their expertise and commitment play a key role in maintaining the journal's standards and fostering its growth. We invite authors, reviewers, and editors to explore SOIL's community-driven, not-for-profit publication model, engage in discussions on EGUsphere, and contribute to the future of soil science research. We look forward to continuing this journey together, advancing open, interdisciplinary, and impactful research in soil science.