Conference Details:
31st PARIS International Conference on Sustainable Agriculture & Plant Protection (PSAPP-25) scheduled on Dec. 3-5, 2025 Paris (France)
Conference Description:
Call for papers/Topics
Topics of interest for submission include any topics related to:
I. Sustainable Agricultural Systems & Practices
Agroecology and Regenerative Agriculture:
Principles and practices of agroecology
Soil health and fertility management (e.g., cover cropping, no-till, organic matter enhancement)
Biodiversity in agricultural landscapes (e.g., beneficial insects, wildlife corridors)
Carbon sequestration in agricultural systems
Circular bioeconomy in agro-farming
Nature-based solutions in agriculture
Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation:
Climate-smart agriculture techniques
Drought-resistant crop varieties and water-efficient irrigation
Climate-adaptive livestock management
Impacts of climate change on plant health and pest dynamics
Resilient livelihood strategies for farmers
Early warning systems for weather and pests
Sustainable Resource Management:
Sustainable soil and water management
Water quality management in agricultural runoff
Nutrient cycling and efficient fertilizer use
Renewable energy integration on farms
Waste management and valorization in agriculture
Crop and Livestock Production Systems:
Crop rotation and diversification
Precision agriculture (sensors, robotics, AI)
Vertical farming, hydroponics, and aquaponics
Horticulture and protected cultivation
Sustainable livestock grazing management
Integration of crop and livestock systems
Socio-economic Aspects of Sustainable Agriculture:
Food security and food systems
Rural development and community engagement
Economic viability of sustainable practices
Policy and regulatory frameworks for sustainable agriculture
Farmer education and extension services
Marketing and supply chain for sustainable products
Integrating traditional ecological knowledge
II. Plant Protection Strategies & Innovations
Integrated Pest Management (IPM):
Principles and implementation of IPM
Monitoring and forecasting of pests and diseases
Decision-making tools for pest management
Cultural practices for pest control
Biological control (biopesticides, beneficial organisms, macrobials, microbials)
Host plant resistance and breeding for disease/pest resistance
Chemical control (responsible use, reduced-risk pesticides, resistance management)
Pest and Disease Diagnostics & Monitoring:
Advanced diagnostic tools for pathogens and pests
Molecular mechanisms of plant-microbe interactions
Remote sensing for crop disease surveillance
AI-based pest and disease detection
Population genetics of pests and pathogens
Specific Pest Groups:
Insect pest management (e.g., migratory pests, biosecurity)
Plant diseases (fungal, bacterial, viral, phytoplasma, nematodes, abiotic diseases)
Weeds and their management (e.g., alien invasive weeds, weedicide resistance)
Post-harvest pests and diseases
Invasive and emerging pests under changing climate
Biotechnology and Advanced Technologies in Plant Protection:
Genomics and gene editing for plant protection
Endophytes and plant protection
Bio-based compounds and plant immunity
Nanotechnology in plant protection
Drone and robotics for pest management
Digital tools and ICT in plant protection
Phytosanitary Measures and Global Trade:
Quarantine procedures and control of transboundary pests
International phytosanitary standards
Risk assessment for invasive pests
Impact of safe trade on plant health
Environmental Impact of Plant Protection:
Ecotoxicology and toxicology of pesticides
Impact of agrochemicals on soil and water health
Reducing the ecological footprint of plant protection
Pollinator protection and biodiversity conservation
III. Cross-Cutting Themes
One Health Approach: Recognizing the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health in plant protection.
Policy and Regulation:
Implementation of national and international strategies (e.g., EU Farm to Fork Strategy)
Pesticide regulation and risk assessment
Incentives for sustainable farming practices
Research and Development:
Funding and collaborations in plant protection and sustainable agriculture research
Translational research from lab to farm
Technology transfer and innovation adoption
Education and Capacity Building:
Training programs for farmers, researchers, and extension workers
Public awareness and engagement on sustainable agriculture and plant health
Important Dates:
- Conference start date: December 03, 2025
- Conference end date: December 05, 2025
- Deadline for abstracts: November 20, 2025
Conference Information:
Contact Information:
- Address: ibis Styles Paris Villejuif, Paris, France