November 5-8, 2007
Northwest A&F University
Yangling, China
Agricultural industries from around the world have become closely connected by economic globalization. Additional ties have been established through efforts to combat global warming and its associated problems. A worldwide revolution in agricultural science and technology is taking place. Breakthroughs in biotechnology, information science, automated controls, and new materials all have applications in agriculture. International cooperation and exchange in agriculture has never been more important.
In order to establish and strengthen international cooperation in agriculture, the International Forum for Cooperation in Agricultural Science and Technology will be held in Yangling during the 14th Yangling Agricultural Hi-tech Fair in November 2007. The forum will be one of the highlights of the fair. With “cooperation, innovation and development” as its theme, the forum will serve as a platform for researchers and senior managers from Australia, New Zealand, China, and other countries to share their experiences and establish cooperative relations for future work.
Date: November 5-8, 2007
Venue: Northwest A&F University, Yangling, Shaanxi Province, P. R. China
Sponsored by:
China State Administration of Foreign Expert Affairs
Australian Government Austrade
People’s Government of Shaanxi Province
Organized by:
Northwest A&F University
Administrative Committee of Yangling Demonstration Zone of Agricultural Hi-tech Industries
Official forum language: English
Forum topics: This forum will focus on dryland farming and water saving agriculture, efficient animal husbandry and animal disease prevention and control, food processing and food security, environmental protection, and sustainable development. The aim of this forum is to introduce and discuss new technologies and solutions for agricultural development as well as to promote international cooperation and exchange.
Events/Activities
November 4: Reception
November 5
Morning
1. Opening ceremony of the 14th Yangling Hi-tech Agricultural Fair
2. Opening ceremony of the International Forum for Cooperation in Agricultural Development
3. Keynote speeches by government officials
We plan to invite high Chinese and Australian government leaders to deliver keynote speeches on agricultural development, cooperation, innovation and international trade, and agricultural policy.
Afternoon
Presentations and discussions
November 6
Morning
Presentation and discussion
Afternoon
Presentations and discussions
Closing ceremony
November 7
Visit university campus and Yangling city; Visit the 14th Yangling Hi-tech Agricultural Fair and Sino Australian Cooperation Exhibition
November 8 Tour of historical places in central Shaanxi Province (optional)
Option I: Visit Emperor Qin’s Terra-cotta Museum and Xi’an City
Option II: Visit Famen Temple and Qianling Mausoleum
Registration, accommodation, and other services
1. Registration is free
2. Arrangements for food and accommodation will be made for you at a local hotel
3. Arrangements are available for transportation to and from the Xi’an (Xianyang ) International Airport (XIY).
4．The tour of historical places in central Shaanxi Province will be arranged one day in advance (on November 7, 2007)
Deadline for RegistrationSeptember 30, 2007
Contact: Mr. Qiao Wenjun
Office of International Cooperation and Exchange
Northwest A&F University
3 Taicheng Road, Yangling, Shaanxi Province, 712100, P. R. China
E-mail: qiaowj@nwsuaf.edu.cn ipo@nwsuaf.edu.cn
Tel: +86-29-8708 - 2857 8708 - 0185 Fax: +86-29-8708 – 2892
To: Mr. Qiao Wenjun
Northwest A&F University
Fax: +86-29-8708 - 2892
Registration Form International Forum for Cooperation inAgricultural Science and Technology
November 5-8, 2007
Northwest A&F University, Yangling, China
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