Topics range from seed quality assurance and current issues in seed production to seed drying and seed storage to organic seed production and strategies for plant protection.
This session brings together national experts to share insights on Thailand’s approach to farmers’ and breeders’ rights, policy developments, and opportunities for the seed sector.
15:00- 16:30 PHT/09:00 - 10:30 CEST - The second session will focus on the Philippines, bringing together leading experts and practitioners to share their perspectives.
This workshop aims at presenting and discussing the principles of quality management and it focuses on the needs of seed testing laboratories that wish to comply with the ISTA Accreditation Standard and maintain ISTA Accreditation.
4 sessions covering large seed vegetables, Brassicaceae and okra in Asia and Pacific Region. Each session is to be held on Friday each month in March, June, September and November 2024 from 14.00 - 16.00 hrs. (ICT/GMT+7)
Participants will acquire theoretical and hands-on experience with different imaging technologies, such a RGB imaging, multi- and hyperspectral imaging and X-ray imaging used to evaluate seeds, seed surface characteristics, chemical properties etc.
Online 12:00 to 14:00 hrs ICT (GMT+7) - Online, Thailand
3 guest speakers: Prof. Kent Bradford, Distinguished Professor Emeritus in the Department of Plant Sciences at the University of California, Davis; Mr Johan van Asbrouck, Executive President, Rung Rueng Consulting Co., Ltd. (Rhino Research); and Ms Zahra Abdolmaleki, Pr...
This workshop aims at presenting and discussing basic principles of quality management and it focuses on the needs of seed testing laboratories that wish to comply with the ISTA Accreditation Standard and prepare for attaining and maintaining ISTA Accreditation.
Aim: The use of protein based and DNA based tools for obtaining protein or DNA profiles had gain great value on the determination of seed mixtures, variety verification/identification schemes and for helping enforcement of breeder’s rights over the last decade.
Targeted for entrepreneurs and seed company representatives who are interested in starting new seed ventures or scaling up current ventures regionally or globally.
Discussion of the germination methods, the practical evaluation of seedlings as well as the preparation and evaluation of seeds for their viability with Tetrazolium salt.
Both methods were worked out in a comparative way with agricultural crops: Glycine, Oryza, Brassic...
South Australian Research & Development Institute (SARDI)
Technology Park, Bentley - Perth, WA, Australia
Each one-day course provides accreditation for delivering PREDICTA® B – the DNA-based soil testing service which enables identification of the pathogens posing the greatest risk to cereal crops.
Michigan State University - East Lansing, MI, United States
Global seed agribusiness management, strategy and new ventures (at Michigan State University); Practical training and experience with seed companies in India (at Bejo Sheetal Bio-Science Foundation); Business management and entrepreneurship training (at National Institu...
The workshop will be focused on two of the ISTA validated tests, the Radicle Emergence test and the Conductivity test. The workshop will be made up of practical experience of the two tests, lectures and interactive seminars.
The workshop will be focused on two of the ISTA validated tests, the Radicle Emergence test and the Conductivity test. The workshop will be made up of practical experience of the two tests, lectures and interactive seminars. It will also offer an opportunity for general...
The program will focus on enhancing the ability of the participants to understand emerging issues and develop strategic solutions to augment business through deeper understanding of research management, technology access through licensing, regulatory compliance, market ...
The aim of the workshop is to provide an overview of seed sampling, as well as purity and germination analysis of a range of species but also to provide a forum where questions relating to seed sampling and testing methodologies can be discussed.
AsureQuality Palmerston North Seeds Laboratory - Ashburton, New Zealand
The aim of the workshop is to provide an overview of seed sampling in a range of species, but also to provide a forum where questions relating to seed sampling methodologies can be discussed. This workshop will appeal to people in both seed testing laboratories and the ...
AVRDC East and Southeast Asia Research and Training Station - Kamphaeng Saen, Thailand
Module I: From Seed to Harvest (14 September – 9 October 2015)
Module II: From Harvest to Table (12 October – 6 November 2015)
Module III: Sustainable Development (9 November – 4 December 2015)
This webinar will highlight situations where Group A herbicides have shown to be an effective integrated weed management tactic, how to maximise performance in the field, and considerations to delay resistance to this mode of action.
International Crops Research Institute for Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT)
ICRISAT - Patancheru, Hyderabad , India
This course is part of the Critical Focus Area-Molecular Breeding of ICRISAT. ICRISAT-CEG has already trained >260 scientists by organizing 10 training courses.
Workshop: Indo American Hybrid Seeds (India) Pvt., Ltd. / Theory: Hotel Chancery - Bangalore, India
The workshop will consist of lectures and practical exercises including evaluations and examinations. It will offer the opportunity for general discussion on automatic and manual seed sampling and dividing, as well as quality assurance in seed sampling and monitoring of...
Balai Besar PPMB-TPH, Jalan Raya Tapos - Depok, Indonesia
This workshop aim is to improve our understanding and practical ability in seed health testing based on ISTA Rules. This training course contains of Lectures and Practical work on detection of bacteria, viruses, fungi and nematodes. Classical and molecular methods will ...
Workshop: Indo American Hybrid Seeds (India) Pvt., Ltd. / Theory: Hotel Chancery - Bangalore, India
The workshop will be made up of lectures, interactive seminars and practical experience in vigour testing. It will also offer an opportunity for general discussion on seed vigour and time for participants to ask specific questions regarding vigour testing procedures.
The training programme is designed for public, civil, research, education and/or development professionals who may be practitioners in a range of related development projects, or originate from policy advocacy and awareness lobbying groups. Applicants should be fluent i...
This workshop aims at presenting and discussing basic principles of quality management and it focuses on the needs of seed testing laboratories that wish to comply with the ISTA Accreditation Standard and prepare for attaining and maintaining ISTA Accreditation.
Pilot event in the western region aimed at grain growers, advisers, agronomists and consultants. Designed to provide a better understanding of the science behind variety selection and performance. To register please contact: admin@agcommunicators.com.au
The Seed Industry Program 2013, sixth in the series, hosted by Cornell University and Sathguru Management Consultants, is the bridge between knowledge and application for a better future of the seed industry.
ISTA Workshop on Seed Sampling and Seed Identification - Ashburton, New Zealand
The aim of the workshop is to provide an overview of seed sampling in a range of species. The workshop will also to provide a forum where questions relating to seed sampling methodologies can be discussed. The language of the workshop will be English.
The aim of the workshop is to provide an overview of seed purity and identification in a range of species at both the theoretical and practical level. The workshop will also provide a forum where questions relating to seed purity analysis and seed identification can be ...
AVRDC’s Research and Training Station - Kamphaeng Saen, Nakhon Pathom, Thailand
The training emphasizes advanced and sustainable vegetable production and postharvest technologies, farmer education, marketing, and human health and nutrition. In addition, the training will enhance awareness and understanding of emerging global development issues and...
The Master Class leverages attendance at INTERDROUGHT-IV of participants from the developing world and of key Australian and International lecturers and covers the latest crop phenotyping techniques, drought management and aspects of molecular breeding for drought.
The grains research Updates play an effective role in disseminating that information to industry professionals so they can support their grain grower clients in their preparations and decision-making for the year ahead.
The grains research Updates play an effective role in disseminating that information to industry professionals so they can support their grain grower clients in their preparations and decision-making for the year ahead.
The grains research Updates play an effective role in disseminating that information to industry professionals so they can support their grain grower clients in their preparations and decision-making for the year ahead.
Eligibility: UG/PG/PhD students, faculty, scientists as well as people working in industry in the field of Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Life Sciences, Medical Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemical Sciences and related subject areas
Eligibility: UG/PG/PhD students, faculty, scientists as well as people working in industry in the field of Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Life Sciences, Medical Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemical Sciences and related subject areas
Eligibility: UG/PG/PhD students, faculty, scientists as well as people working in industry in the field of Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Life Sciences, Medical Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemical Sciences and related subject areas
Eligibility: UG/PG/PhD students, faculty, scientists as well as people working in industry in the field of Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Life Sciences, Medical Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemical Sciences and related subject areas
The aim of this course is to provide understanding and enable the participants to master the important aspects in seed health and pathology which is essential in current competitive nature of the seed industry that prioritizes production of high quality seed that is fre...
The aim of the workshop is to both inform participants on vigour, moisture and tetrazolium testing methodology in a range of species but also to provide a forum where questions relating to these methodologies can be discussed.
Eligibility: UG/PG/PhD students, faculty, scientists as well as people working in industry in the field of Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Life Sciences, Medical Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemical Sciences and related subject areas
Rhino Research Seed Technology Lab - Phichit, Phitsanulok, Thailand
This module will assess the existing technologies and introduce newer systems as well. Practical sessions will ensure the total understanding of drying systems and their relation to the physiology of the seeds.
Eligibility: UG/PG/PhD students, faculty, scientists as well as people working in industry in the field of Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Life Sciences, Medical Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemical Sciences and related subject areas.
The aim of the ICEAE conference series is to provide a forum for laying the foundations of a new principled approach to Environmental and Agriculture Engineering.
The program will enhance the ability of the participants to understand emerging issues and develop strategic solutions to augment business through deeper understanding of research management, technology access through licensing, regulatory compliance, market access fact...
International Crops Research Institute for Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT)
ICRISAT Campus - Patancheru, Hyderabad, India
Major focus: analysis and the use of marker genotyping data rather than on data generation. Presentations and/or hands-on training on topics like overview of molecular marker technology especially SSRs and SNPs, experimental design and data analysis components of phenot...
University of Agriculture, Department of Crop Physiology - Faisalabad, Pakistan
Two days course on Seed Physiology, Production and Management followed by a one day workshop on Seed Testing through ISTA standards on September 29. Queries and registration: DR. Irfan Afzal, seedphysiology11@gmail.com
Technical workshop for agronomists and farm advisers on variety selection and the National Variety Trials to enable them to provide the most relevant and up-to-date advice to growers. Contact belindacay@baonline.com.au or 0423 295 576
Technical workshop for agronomists and farm advisers on variety selection and the National Variety Trials to enable them to provide the most relevant and up-to-date advice to growers. Contact belindacay@baonline.com.au or 0423 295 576
Technical workshop for agronomists and farm advisers on variety selection and the National Variety Trials to enable them to provide the most relevant and up-to-date advice to growers. Contact belindacay@baonline.com.au or 0423 295 576
This workshop will appeal to quality managers, laboratory managers and seed testing analysts with or without experience in quality management . This workshop aims at presenting and discussing basic principles of quality management and it focuses on the needs of seed tes...
Will cover the integration of genetics and varietal selection, seasonal conditions and epidemiology with the use of at-sowing and foliar fungicides for the economic management of foliar diseases in wheat and barley. Info: erica@icanrural.com.au
Will cover the integration of genetics and varietal selection, seasonal conditions and epidemiology with the use of at-sowing and foliar fungicides for the economic management of foliar diseases in wheat and barley. Info: erica@icanrural.com.au
International Society for Horticultural Science (ISHS)
Fukuoka, Japan
Opportunity for scientists, growers and market players from around the world to discuss and share information on genetics & breeding, cultivation, quality control and so on in bulb onion, garlic, bunching onion etc.
This 5-day workshop will help a molecular biologist to find solutions to real time problems in a lab and a bioinformatician to understand the laboratory aspects of bioinformatics.
Increasing demand, industry integration, development of patent-expiring products, focus on domestic market, seed treatment, priority to environment protection, overcapacity, soaring costs
It will cover the integration of genetics and varietal selection, seasonal conditions and epidemiology with the use of at-sowing and foliar fungicides for the economic management of foliar diseases in wheat and barley.
It will cover the integration of genetics and varietal selection, seasonal conditions and epidemiology with the use of at-sowing and foliar fungicides for the economic management of foliar diseases in wheat and barley.
The conference program includes oral presentations from leading Scientist in Solanaceae Genetics and Genomics and will cover all aspects of the conventional and modern resistance breeding. The conference creates a forum for exchange of scientific ideas and knowledge bet...
Focus is to enhance the participants ability to develop strategic solutions to augment business through a deeper understanding of research management, technology access through licensing, regulatory compliance, market access factors and business restructuring.
This 5-day workshop will help a molecular biologist to find solutions to real time problems in a lab and a bioinformatician to understand the laboratory aspects of bioinformatics.
The scope includes all works that are ultimately devoted to the computational understanding of biological systems on the molecular basis and the aims are to present recent results of both theoretical and practical research, to demonstrate biological systems, and to show...
In this winter school, various techniques for novel gene isolation and characterization and other recently developed methods used have been incorporated. Participants will be trained on gene isolation and characterization and their application in agriculture.
International Crops Research Institute for Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT)
ICRISAT's Center of Excellence in Genomics - Hyderabad, India
The eighth training course is open mainly to Indian scientists however, a few scientists from developing countries who have demonstrable ability to use the techniques taught can also apply.
Biotechnological approach to biocontrol; Plant pest management; Biodiversity as a source of biocontrol agents; Biotechnology products; Other areas related to biocontrol and biotechnology
Vines Resort in the Swan Valley - Perth, WA, Australia
There will be five themes: Invasive species and biosecurity, threats to biodiversity and their amelioration, food safety, insect biology and ecology, systematics and taxonomy
Intercontinental Hotel - Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Agriculture Outlook 2010 brings together farmland owners/operators, investors, buyers and government to strategise on how to manage supply threats, ensure sustainable agricultural export and attract significant investment.
School of Biotechnology, International Institute of Informational Technology - Pune, Maharashtra, India
This is a 5-day workshop that would help a molecular biologist to find solutions to real time problems in a lab and a bioinformatician to understand the laboratory aspects of bioinformatics.
The aim of the ICEAE conference series is to provide a forum for laying the foundations of a new principled approach to Environmental and Agriculture Engineering. To this end, the meeting aims to attract participants with different backgrounds, to foster cross-pollinati...
Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre - Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
The conference theme, 'Soil Solutions for a Changing World' provides a tremendous opportunity for a broad range of presentations. The Congress will provide an opportunity to share research, experiences and knowledge with members in Brisbane.
National Agricultural Science Center (NASC) Complex - New Delhi, India
The Meet will give an opportunity to the Industry and Enterprises of getting a
glimpse of the ICAR Technology profile and its Technology Transfer Pursuits. It will
be show-cased under four themes: Seed and Planting Material; Diagnostics,
Vaccines and Biotechnological...
School of Biotechnology, International Institute of Information Technology - Pune, India
This is a 5-day workshop that would help a molecular biologist to find solutions to real time problems in a lab and a bioinformatician to understand the laboratory aspects of bioinformatics.
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