Themes & Aims

Theme 1: Biodiversity for Sustainable Agriculture

Aim:
To explore how agricultural biodiversity enhances ecosystem resilience, improves crop productivity, and supports sustainable agri-food systems in the face of climate and environmental pressures.
Focus Areas:

• Conservation and utilization of plant genetic resources.
• Role of biodiversity in pest and disease management.
• Integration of diversified cropping systems to enhance sustainability.

Theme 2: Water Management

Aim:
To promote innovative strategies and technologies that improve water-use efficiency, ensure sustainable irrigation, and address water scarcity in agriculture, particularly in arid and semi-arid regions.
Focus Areas:

• Advanced water treatment and reuse technologies.
• Smart irrigation and water-saving practices.
• Water governance, climate resilience, and sustainable resource management.

Theme 3: Valorization of Plant By-Products

Aim:
To highlight sustainable approaches for converting plant by-products into valuable products that support the circular bioeconomy, reduce waste, and enhance environmental sustainability.
Focus Areas:

• Extraction of bioactive compounds from plants.
• Green technologies for valorization (biorefinery, fermentation, etc.).
• Applications in food, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and agriculture.

Theme 4: Biotechnological Innovations in Agriculture

Aim:
To showcase cutting-edge biotechnological tools and innovations that enhance crop protection, improve productivity, and contribute to sustainable agricultural development.
Focus Areas:

• Biotechnology for plant resilience (genomics, molecular breeding).
• Nanotechnology-based solutions for plant protection.
• Microbial and biological innovations for sustainable crop management.