Events 2008
February 18-20, 2008:
13th International Conference on Cultivation Technique and Phytopathological Problems in Organic Fruit-Growing in Weinsberg, Germany
This conference represents a continuation of twelve previous meetings. It is intended to bring together European researchers working on topics interesting for organic fruit growing and consultants involved in organic fruit growing to discuss latest results with regard to the improvement of the production system of organic fruit growing.
The conference takes place at the LVWO Weinsberg, Traubenplatz 5, D-74189 Weinsberg, Germany.
The event is organised by the Fördergemeinschaft Ökologischer Obstbau e.V. (pronmotion of organic fruit production), the Staatliche Lehr- und Versuchsanstalt für Wein- und Obstbau (state research station) and the IFOAM EU Group.
February 27-29, 2008
International Congress on Compost and Digestate CODIS 2008 in Switzerland
The international congress CODIS 2008 will take place from February 27 to 28, 2008 in Solothurn, Switzerland. The conference focuses on compost and digestate: sustainability, benefits, impacts for the environment and for plant production.
CODIS 2008 is a platform for scientists, practitioners and authorities to discuss current issues and future trends of compost and digestate. Potential authors are invited to submit an abstract related to one of the conference topics.
Abstracts should be submitted by August 20, 2007. The Congress is organised by FiBL Switzerland. More
April 17-18, 2008
Organic agriculture and climate change in Clermont-Ferrand, France
About
The International scientific and professional conference "Organic agriculture and climate change: The contribution that Organic agriculture and our dietary choices can make to the mitigation of global warming" will take place April 17-18, 2008 at
ENITA in Clermont-Ferrand, Lempdes, France.
The aims of this international scientific and professional conference are:
- to gather a certain number of experts,
- to evaluate the state of the art,
- to discern verified results based on recognised aspects, on an international scale,
- to shed light on possible strategies for action at the level of decision-makers, farmers, food-processing industries and consumers.
This international conference will be the first scientific European meeting devoted to the impact of agricultural techniques and food habits on climate change.
Organisers
The conference is organised by the Association of the French Members of IFOAM (International Federation of Organic Agriculture Movements), ENITA Clermont (Agricultural engineers’ National College of Higher Education) of Clermont-Ferrand, the Technical Institute of Organic Agriculture ITAB and its network GRAB Avignon and the Massif Central research group for Organic Agriculture.
Furthermore the National Agronomic Research Institute INRA is involved.
The conference is sponsored by FAO.
Target audience
This international scientific and professional conference aims at welcoming the broad public interested in agriculture and its impact on the environment: researchers, farmers, engineers, decision-makers, teachers, students, well informed people. The scientists taking part will be specialists recognized for their competence in these fields but their papers will be addressed to all interested people, be they specialists or not.
Conference Programme
Conference secretary
Annabel Barthélemy
ENITA Clermont, Marmilhat, BP 35, F-63370 Lempdes
Tel : +33 (0)4 73 98 13 29 / +33 (0)4 73 98 13 55
E-mail: colloquebio08@enitac.fr
Internet www.enitac.fr www.abiodoc.com
June 9-12, 2008
Biodiversity and animal feed – future challenges for grassland production (22nd EGF General Meeting) in Uppsala, Sweden
The 22nd meeting of the European Grassland Federation EGF entitled 'Biodiversity and animal feed – future challenges for grassland production' will be held June 9-12, 2008 in Uppsala (Sweden).
The conference will cover the following aspect of grassland production:
- The grassland landscape as a base for animal production – present, past and future
- Biodiversity and productivity in grasslands – strategies and limitations
- Forage as part of the food chain
- Efficient resource utilisation for sustainable conventional and organic grassland production
- Grassland-based production in Europe – pathways for future success
A major multidisciplinary Swedish research programme ‘Management of Seminatural Pastures – Ecology and Biodiversity’ HagmarksMistra will present final reports during the meeting.
The EGF wishes to use its highly respected conference to provide a platform for scientists and consultants, and to promote European-wide contacts and an exchange of views and experience between experts working in various disciplines relevant to grasslands. A large attendance of researchers, consultants, teachers and trainers, practicing farmers and stakeholders will make the discussion most fruitful.
Information about the congress is available at www.egf2008.se. Here preregistration is possible for regular updates. Hard copies of the first invitation can also be obtained upon request.
Authors are invited to submit a title and abstract of 150–200 words no later than July 31, 2007.
For questions, please do not hesitate to contact the conference secretariat.
Contact
Nilla Nilsdottir Linde
EGF 2008 / General Secretary
SLU, Box 7043
SE-750 07 UPPSALA
Sweden
org.committee@egf2008.se
www.egf2008.se
June 16-20, 2008
16th IFOAM Organic World Congress
The IFOAM Organic World Congress OWC 2008 will take place June 16-20, 2008 in Modena, Italy.
June 18-20, 2008
2nd ISOFAR Scientific Conference "Cultivating the Future based on Science" in Modena, Italy, including the 4th QLIF Congress
The next scientific conference of ISOFAR "Cultivating the Future based on Science" will be held in 2008 in Modena, Italy, constituting the scientifc module of the IFOAM Organic World Congress 'Cultivate the Future' OWC 2008 of the International Federation of Organic Agriculture Movements IFOAM. The scientific confrence will also include the 4th QLIF Congress. The local organiser is Consorzio Modena Bio 2008. More
October 5-9, 2008
Banana and plantain in Africa. International Conference in Mombasa, Kenya
The
International Institute of Tropical Agriculture IITA in collaboratio with
Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa FARA,
Bioversity International , Kenya Agricultural Research Institute KARI, and International Society of Horticultural Science ISHS is organizing the International Banana Conference, 5-9 October, 2008 in Kenya. All info is available on www.banana2008.com Fostering international partnerships is a major objective of the conference, with particular emphasis to establish the role of research in promoting future commercial activities and trade in banana, plantain and ensete. There is an urgent need to target basic and applied research that connects to existing and emerging markets. This unique conference will be the first pan-African meeting to link research to markets in an African context. Key priorities:
1. Develop an African strategy for the next decade to exploit banana and plantain research
2. Strengthen research partnerships to overcome production bottlenecks
3. Harmonize research with production trends, emerging markets and trade networks
This conference is urgently needed as banana and plantain are key staple crops in rural households in Africa. They are also being increasingly targeted for income generation through improved linkages with the private sector. The conference also intends to foster research and trade experiences from other commodities. The result of this meeting will be to fully realize the potential of this crucial crop for poverty alleviation and wealth generation.
According to the organisers organic agriculture will feature prominently, especially in the context of the European market.
November 27-29, 2008
India Organic Seminar "Global Organic Agribusiness: India Arrives"
The International Competence Centre for Organic Agriculture ICCOA is organizing the fourth India Organic Seminar "Global Organic Agribusiness: India Arrives". The seminar accompanies the India Organic Trade Fair. The Seminar is organized in cooperation with international and national organizations. It will be held at the Indian Agricultural Research Institute in New Dehli, November 27-29, 2008 .
Papers may be submitted until September 30, 2008.
The India Organic Seminar is an excellent setting to exchange information on recent developments, achievements, trends and research results in the organic sector. This seminar will have multi-target approach. Leading organic agriculture researchers and experts from throughout the world will be invited and share state-of-science research findings and production information during this three day event.
Further Information
Contact
Manoj Kumar Menon
International Competence Centre of Organic Agriculture ICCOA
951 C, 15th Cross, 8th Main, Ideal Homes Township Rajarajeshwarinagar
Bangalore 560 098
India
Tel. +91 080 28601183
Fax +91 080 28600935
E-mail
Call for papers & seminar info
Call for papers India Organic Trade Fair
India Organic Seminar on "Global Organic Agribusiness: India Arrives"
International Competence Centre of Organic Agriculture ICCOA
