International Conference on Sustainable Agriculture for Food, Bio-energy and Livelihood Security

SECOND CIRCULAR

International Conference on
Sustainable Agriculture for Food,
Bio-energy and Livelihood Security

February 14-16, 2007

 

 

Organised by

 

 

Jawaharlal Nehru Krishi Vishwa

Vidyalaya, Jabalpur (M.P.), India

 

In collaboration with

 

 

Society for Sustainable Agriculture and

Resource Management
Hisar (Haryana), India

 

INVITATION

Dear Colleagues,

            Food, nutrition, bio-energy, environment and livelihood are global concerns. Food security is determined by food availability, food access and is interlinked with livelihood. In order to feed the burgeoning populations of the world there is an urgent need to double cereal production by the year 2050. This increase will have to come from shrinking land, water and other natural resources. As per FAO reports about 800 million people are under nourished. To meet the UN Millennium Development Goal of reducing the number of hungry people to half by 2015, there is a need to bridge the huge gap between attainable yield and average yields harvested by the farmers especially in developing countries under fragile environments.  Improved technologies can bridge these gaps. In that context, the research needs to be directed on sustainable agriculture including better soil, water management, crop production, crop protection, crop improvement through conventional plant breeding and use of molecular biology and biotechnology for removing the physiological constraints on present crop yield ceilings.

             Integrated farming system, agro-processing and renewable energy, are essential both to meet food production targets for increasing food and nutritional security, poverty alleviation and thus livelihood security on sustainable basis. Besides, the ruthless exploitation of natural resources coupled with increasing industrialization especially in developing world is leading to the energy crises. The green house gas emissions are further deteriorating the clean environment and contributing to global warming. Therefore, search for alternative and renewable bio-energy sources is a major global concern.

            Globalization of economies and liberalization of trade under WTO regime have economic, ecological, ethical, social and technological dimensions. For sustainable development and livelihood security, development of economic and social infrastructure along with congenial policy reforms is equally important. Also, participatory research and knowledge management with farming communities using information technology needs strengthening to enhance productivity and income per hectare on an environmentally sustainable basis.

The main objective of this conference is to deliberate on issues relating to crop improvement for higher physiological efficiency, better management of natural resources and  bio energy for minimizing environmental impacts , cost-return equilibrium and agro- enterprises  for sustainable growth in agriculture and overall agrarian prosperity for food and livelihood security globally.

State of Madhya Pradesh, in central India, has varied climatic conditions, vegetation bio-diversity and socio-economic-cultural strata. Thus it provides appropriate location for the International Conference. Also, the Society for Sustainable Agriculture and Resource Management (SSARM) is engaged globally in creating awareness about needs of and strategies for sustainable agriculture. Participation of scientists, policy makers, NGOs, farmers and entrepreneurs from India and abroad is solicited. Also, support from national and international research and development organizations is highly solicited.

We  cordially  invite you and your colleagues for active participation in this International conference from February

14-16, 2007 at JNKVV, Campus Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, India in the most congenial and pleasant environment.

            Looking forward to meet you and your colleagues to deliberate on agriculture related common problems confronting mankind world wide.

 

J.S. Raghu                                                                                                                                   V.S. Tomar

Executive Secretary                                                                                                                     General Secretary

 

Conference Mission:

 

The technical programme of the conference will consists of plenary lectures, lead papers, contributory papers, poster presentation and discussion with NGO's and Stake folders.

Venue: Jawaharlal Nehru Agricultural University Campus, Jabalpur (Madhya Pradesh), India

 

Dates: February 14-16, 2007          

    

Official Language: English

 

Objectives:

•           To review the status of knowledge at global level on food, bio-energy and livelihood security.

•           To identify long term challenges of food, bio-energy, livelihood security and formulation of strategies 
             to achieve the UN millennium goal of reducing hunger by 2015.

•           To provide an opportunity to exchange knowledge and technologies on sustainable agriculture in 
             fragile environments.

•           To harness and promote international partnership for sustainable agriculture.

 

Themes:

 

I. Natural Resource Management for Sustainable Agriculture

•           Sustainable management of natural resources in fragile environments

•           Impact of climate change on crop production and risk aversion in fragile environments

•           Management options for bridging the yield gaps

•           Integrated and organic farming systems for long term environmental sustainability

•           Biomass production in stress environments/waste lands  and agri waste management for bio-energy

•           Use  of bio energy  and other renewable energy sources   in agriculture and industry  

 

II.         Crop Improvement for Physiological Efficiency

•           Genetic resources for crop improvement

•           Physiological, Genetic  and biotechnological approach for elevating productivity ceilings in crops

•           Breeding and biotechnology  for tolerance to biotic and abiotic stresses and increasing input use efficiency 
             in crops

•           Breeding and biotechnological approaches for improving biomass production

•           Participatory plant breeding-combining adaptation, performance and acceptance

 

III.       Socio-economics Aspects           

•           Agriculture for food and nutritional security, poverty alleviation, livelihood and sustainable 
             development 

•           Rural bio resources-crops, livestock and others,  for sustainable development

•           Policy and empowerment issues for sustainable agricultural development

•           Application of information technology for capacity building  

•           Impact of international agreements on global livelihood security.

 

Registration Fee:

•           Indian delegates: *Rs. 2,000 upto 31.12.2006

•           Delegates from Abroad: $ 200 upto 31.12.2006

            *+Rs. 1,000 and $50 for each accompanying person, respectively

•           Students:  Rs. 1,000 upto 31.12.2006

 

Payment of registration fee should be made through bank demand draft or pay order drawn in favour of Convener, International Conference on Sustainable Agriculture for Food, Bio-energy and Livelihood Security, payable at Jabalpur, India.

 

Dates to be observed:

Abstracts: 15.12.2006 (Maximum one full A4 page: 

Title: Arial 12 pt., Bold; Text: Arial 10 pt., single space).

Papers: Invited Papers upto 31.12.2006 (upto 8 printed pages) and Contributory/Poster Papers (upto 4 printed pages) including figures, tables and references etc. typed in MS Word, Arial, 10 pt., single spacing, left and top margins 2.0 inches, right and bottom margins 1.0 inch).
 

Abstract/paper of registered participants only will be published. One registrant - one paper rule shall apply.

 

Poster Presentation:

Poster (1x1.2 m) stating title, name and address of the author (s), short introduction, method and material and results and conclusions. Awards for best poster presentation will be given under each theme.

 

Accommodation: University Guest Houses, Hotels in the town.

 

Visits, Excursion and Cultural Programme: Visits to the University research farm particularly Medicinal Plants Research Area and Exhibition. Excursion to nearby Marble Rocks at Bhedaghat, National Parks, Khajuraho Temple. Cultural programme based on folk lore's, folk dances etc.

 

About Jabalpur:  Jabalpur is an educational hub of the state of Madhya Pradesh is situated on the bank of the holy river Narmada which was the capital of Gond king during 12th century and was later seat of the Kalchuri dynasty. Well connected by road, rail and air, it is situated on national highway No. 7 (280 Km from Nagpur) and 12 (294 Km from Bhopal) respectively. By rail it is on the Mumbai (Varanasi-Patna-Howrah-Guwahati) route between Itarsi and Allahabd junctions. Direct trains to New Delhi, Pune, Nagpur, Kota, Lucknow, Chhattishgarh, Gujrat and southern states are also available. By air it is connected with a daily flight from New Delhi via Bhopal (Air Deccan) arrival (8.50) and departure (9.10 hours), departing New Delhi (5.55) and arriving (12.05) hours. The maximum and minimum temperatures during the month of February vary in the range of 27°C to 30°C and 10°C to 13°C respectively.

 

Marble Rocks at Bhedaghat: Soaring in glittering splendour, the Mrble Rocks at Bhedaghat rise to a hundred feet on either side of the Narmada. The serene loveliness of the scene is one of cool quiet, the sunlight sparkling on the marble-white pinnacles and casting dappled shadows on the pellucid waters. These white rocks with views of black and dark green volcanic seams are truly majestic, and produce a magical effect on moonlit nights. The holy river flows by tranquilly flanked by the towering cliffs which reflect in it like a mirror the changing moods of nature. A little distance away, it becomes turbulent as it plunges in a mighty water fall known as Dhuandhar.

 

Eternal Expressions of Love:  The architectural style of the Khajuraho temples is very different from the temple prototype of that period. Each stands, instead of within the customary enclosure, on a high masonry platform. Combined with the upward direction of the structure, which is further accentuated by vertical projections, the total effect is one of grace and lightness, reminiscent of the Himalayan peaks.

 

Verdant Jewel of the Hills: Pachmarhi is Madhya Pradesh's most verdant jewel, a place where nature has found exquisite expression in myriad enchanting ways. Green shades embrace the mountains, and everywhere is heard the gentle murmur of flowing water. Bridle paths lead into tranquil forest glades, groves of wild bamboo and jamun, dense sal forests and delicate bamboo thickets.

Complementing the magnificence of nature are the works of man; Pachmarhi is also an archaeological treasure-house. In cave shelters in the Mahadeo Hills is an astonishing richness in rock paintings.

 

Masterpieces of Buddhist Art: Sanchi is known for its Stupas, monasteries, temples and pillars dating from the 3rd century B.C. to the 12th century A.D. The most famous of these monuments, the Sanchi Stupa 1, was originally built by the Mauryan Emperor Ashoka, the then governor of Ujjayini. A Chunar sandstone pillar fragment, shining with the proverbial Mauryan polish, lies near Stupa I and carries the famous edict of Ashoka warning against schism in the Buddhist community.

 

National Park with a Rich Historical Past: This is a small National Park; compact, yet full of game. The density of the Tiger population at Bandhavgarh is the highest known in India. This is also White Tiger country.

 

Organising Committee:

 

Chief Patron:

Dr. Mangala Rai, Secretary, DARE & DG, ICAR, New Delhi

 

Patrons:

Dr. D.P. Singh, Vice-Chancellor, JNKVV, Jabalpur, India & President, SSARM

Dr. J.C. Katyal, Vice-Chancellor, CCSHAU, Hisar, India

 

                                              International Advisory Committee

W. Merbach, Germany Gustavo Best, Italy               Konrad Miegel, Germany K.H.M. Siddique, Australia E.W. Weber, Germany G. Khus, USA  Lambert Kanga, USA   Ravi Chhibar, Canada   Tao Wang, China         A.P. Tyagi, Fiji Karl Schellender, Germany J.R. Witcombe, UK      Y. Hashidoko, Japan    Carlos Cantero, Spain Julio Alegre, Peru Olgo Turkovaskaya, Russia

N.E. Bassam , Germany            Rolf Olsson, Sweden    A.F. Topunov, Russia  B. Havrland, Czech Republic            Byron, Irvine, Canada   R.S. Kanwar, USA      Akhtar Beg, Pakistan    Conxita Royo, Spain     N.C. Turner, Australia  M. Kern, Germany       G.O. Ferrara, Nepal.    Lajos Bona, Hungary    Paul L.G. Vlek, Germany            Patricia Goldey, U.K. Karl Vorisek, Czech Republic Les Copeland, Australia

Coosje Hoogendoorn, China       M. Osaki, Japan           M. Palada, Taiwan       D.S. Brar, Philippines   J. Kubat, Czeck Republic            A. Jahoor, Denmark     Reto Strasser, Switzerland            Erika Kothe, Germany  S.S. Goyal, USA          Raj K Gupta, India       Bharat Singh, USA       Hide Omae, Japan        D.  Virchow, Tanzania  Sim Heok-Choh, Malyasia            Mark W. Rosegrant, USA A. Wais, Afghanistan/Germany

                                              

                                                   National Advisory Committee

G. Kalloo, New Delhi   J.S. Samra, New Delhi P. Das, New Delhi        B.M. Khadi, Nagpur    M. Sudershan Reddy, Hyd. D.M. Hegde, Hyderabad            Masood Ali, Kanpur     Pratap Narain, Jodhpur N. Seetharama, Hyderabad            Arvind Kumar, Bharatpur            S.K. Pandey, Shimla     V.N. Sharda, Dehradun            A. Subba Rao, Bhopal  S.K. Dhyani, Jhansi      S.G. Sharma, Cuttack   B. Mishra, Karnal         D.S. Rathore, Palampur            Basant Ram, Pantnagar P.L. Gautam, New Delhi

V.K. Taneja, New Delhi            J.L. Karihaloo, New Delhi            R.J. Rabindra, Bangalore            Satyabrata Maiti, Anand            Y.S. Ramakrishna, Hyderbad            Gurbachan Singh, Karnal            K.S. Gajbhiye, Nagpur S.S. Dahiya, Hisar        R.K. Singh, New Delhi A.C. Kapoor, Palampur            K.V. Peter, Thrishur     B.S. Dhillon, Ludhiana  D.S. Thakur, Palampur S.R. Poonia, Hisar        S.A. Patil, New Delhi   A.K. Gogoi, New Delhi            Arvind Kumar, New Delhi Nutan Kaushik, New Delhi D.C. Gupta, Hisar

S.M. Pal Khurana, Jabalpur          S.K. Sawhney, New Delhi S.S. Baghel, Jorhat       Jagmohan Singh, Solan S.L. Mehta, Udaipur     Parmatma Singh, Bikaner            S.A. Patil, Dharwad      S. Nagrajan, New Delhi            M.S. Basu, Junagarh     Hema Pandey, Bhubaneshwar            R.K. Malik, Hisar         C.R. Hazra, Raipur       R.B. Deshmukh, Rahuri            Anwar Alam, Srinagar  K.A. Singh, Jhansi D.P. Singh, Sagar         Anil Gupta, IIM, Ahmedabad B. Chandrashekar, Coimbatore Sain Das, New Delhi

   

                                            Core Organising Committee

V.S. Tomar, Gen. Secretary J.S. Raghu, Exec. Secretary C.B. Singh, Jabalpur     A.P. Singh, Jabalpur     C.K. Teckchandani, Jabalpur            S.K. Rao, Jabalpur       S.D. Upadhyaya, Jabalpur            P.K. Shukla, Jabalpur L.P.S. Rajput, Jabalpur V.K. Chowdhury, Hisar

R.K. Behl, Secretary, SSARM           S.S. Tomar, Indore       S.P. Gautam, Jabalpur  J.G. Varshney, Jabalpur            Iqbal Ahmed, Bhopal    Pravesh Sharma, Bhopal H.B.S. Bhadoria, Bhopal A.K. Mandal, Jabalpur S.B. Nahatkar, Jabalpur      V.P. Tewari, Jodhpur

Satyavir, Hisar              A.L. Khurana, Hisar     Anoop Singh, Hisar                 K.S. Bangarwa, Hisar   S.S. Dudeja, Hisar        Indu Grover, Hisar        A.K. Chhabra, Hisar    A.K. Dhawan, Karnal, KKNF M.S. Bhale, Jabalpur       D. Khare, Jabalpur

 

 

CONTACT ADDRESS

Please send registration form, registration fee (Bank Demand Draft, Pay Orders) 
and a copy of abstract along with a floppy/CD to

 

General Secretary & Director of Research Services

Jawaharlal Nehru Krishi Vishwa Vidyalaya, Adhartal

Jabalpur 482 004 (M.P.), INDIA

Phone: +91-761- 2681074 (O), Fax: +91-761-2681074

E-mail: tomarvs@mailcity.com, sdupadhyaya@yahoo.co.in, sbnahatkar@hotmail.com

www.jnkvv.nic.in

 

 

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International Conference 
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Sustainable Agriculture for Food,
Bio-energy and Livelihood Security

February 14-16, 2007

 

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