International Forum for Cooperation in Agricultural Science and Technology

　　 　　 International Forum for Cooperation in Agricultural Science and Technology

 

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 Registration

September 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 in

 Agricultural Science and Technology

November 5-8, 2007

Northwest A&F University, Yangling, China

 

Please return the completed registration form as soon as possible with your curriculum vitae. Last date for registration is September 30, 2007

 

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