The XVII Agricultural Science Congress, being organized by the National Academy of Agricultural Sciences (NAAS), will be held from February 20 to 22, 2025 at GB Pant University of Agriculture and Technology (GBPUA&T), Pantnagar, Uttarakhand. The President of NAAS, New Delhi, warmly invites you to attend and actively engage in the Congress deliberations.
The theme of the Congress is "Frontier Sciences and Technologies in Agriculture for a Developed India". As India strives to become a developed nation, the XVII Agriculture Science Congress brings together the brightest minds to discuss the cutting-edge frontier science and technologies that will propel Indian agriculture forward. From precision agriculture to gene editing, from digital farming to vertical farming, from biofuels to biotechnology, this congress will explore the latest advancements and innovations that will transform the way we produce, market and consume food. With a focus on sustainability, efficiency and equity, this event will showcase the latest research and development in agriculture, highlighting the potential for breakthroughs that can catapult India to global leadership in agricultural production and contribute to a developed India by 2047.
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Plenary, Special and Invited Lectures by Eminent Scientists
Technical Sessions on Thematic Areas
Symposia and Panel Discussions
Poster presentations
Interaction with Farmers and Industry
Student Activities
Agri Expo
NAAS Business Meeting
The event will provide ample opportunities for the participating farmers/ stakeholders to interact with Scientists in the specialised fields to ask questions, clear doubts and gather technology/packages of practices to make their activities more efficient.
Opportunities for farmers to engage with industry experts and scientists
A student elocution contest on a topic of contemporary relevance will be organized. Participants from state Agriculture Universities/ Deemed to be Agriculture Universities/ Central Agriculture Universities can apply for the contest.
ASC Agri Expo 2025 will be a significant event at the Congress, with over 2000 delegates, large number of farmers, and local attendees expected to visit the exhibition. It will provide a platform for public and private sector agricultural research institutes, universities, agro- industries, extension agencies, and NGOs to showcase their innovative technologies and success stories. Details regarding registration, sponsorship, tariffs, stall types, and applications for participating in the exhibition can be found on the Congress website (www.17asc2025.in).
Evening events showcasing cultural performances.
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The National Academy of Agricultural Sciences (AAS) is a prestigious institution in India that focuses on advancing agricultural research, education, and policy. Estonblished in 1990, NAAS plays a crucial role in shaping the future of agriculture in the country by promoting excellence in the ogricultural sciences and providing platform for scientists to collborate and share ◦ knowledge The academy conducts various scientific programs, publishes research, and offers polity recommendations to address critical issues in agriculture. Through its activities, NAAS aims to enhance he productivity, sustainability, and profitability of Indian agriculture, contributing significantly to the nation's food security and rural development.
