When innovation, community and connection are more important than ever, we continue to find ways to keep the discussion going in these extraordinary times. Today seed is widely recognized as an essential good and a key element in food production. More than ever we should work together to build sustainable food systems post COVID-19. Together, we can go forward.
Businesses are working under new rules. The landscape will forever be changed: from government and the economy, to food systems, healthcare, and how we do things. It cannot be business as usual.
The International Seed Federation (ISF), as the voice of the private seed sector, continues to engage in an inventive way on topics that remain important, if not even more critical, now: innovation, sustainable agriculture, and the movement of seed. Our goal is to bring together the global seed industry for an ISF Virtual Congress, hosted by ISF and powered by Seed World.
There’s no cost to register, and you can take advantage of the experience to connect with and hear from top-tier leaders and subject-matter experts in a three-day virtual event open to all. This is our way to keep the dialogue alive and to pave the path to deeper engagement.
Power up your laptop, tablet or desktop computer and join us from wherever you are in the world. All you need to do is register at no cost to you. You’ll also need an Internet connection the day of the event.
The opening session with ISF President Eduard Fitó, ISF Secretary General Michael Keller and [insert name of keynote speaker] will be live, so you won’t want to miss that. Additionally, we’ll have live panel discussions where you’ll hear from industry leaders and experts and be able to participate in Q&A sessions.
Furthermore, attendees will be able to visit with sponsoring companies. You can pack a virtual briefcase of materials and they will be emailed to you following the Congress.
We’d love to have you join us in the ISF Virtual Congress. This is an experience you don’t want to miss.
Today seed is widely recognized as an essential good and a key element in food production. The world finds itself in unprecedented times, and more than ever we should work together to build sustainable food systems post-COVID19.
The Opening Ceremony sets the tone for the three-day virtual event. You will hear from ISF President Eduard Fito, ISF Secretary General Michael Keller, Chair of the Spanish National Organising Committee Julian Arnedo, and our Keynote Speaker – and be able to join the live Q&A.
We welcome all seed professionals, ISF members, partners, media, and all those interested in the topic of food and agriculture.
Why should you attend?
Speakers:
The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly affected global food production. Even though farming and seed sector activities have been broadly exempted from restrictive measures, it is difficult to anticipate what the medium- and long-term impact will be.
Seed is a foundational contributor in ensuring food security. To gain better understanding of our joint capacity to support sustainable food production, seed sector leaders will share their vision of the future.
Why should you attend?
Speakers:
The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly affected global food production. Even though farming and seed sector activities have been broadly exempted from restrictive measures, it is difficult to anticipate what the medium- and long-term impact will be.
Seed is a foundational contributor in ensuring food security. To gain better understanding of our joint capacity to support sustainable food production, seed sector leaders will share their vision of the future.
Why should you attend?
Speakers:
The seed sector is one of the most research-intensive sectors. Companies are re-investing 10-30% of their turnover in R&D. What will be the future landscape of innovation after COVID-19? In this webinar we will explore different perspectives on the next chapter of innovation in seed.
Some analyses already suggest that the current crisis is changing people’s view on science in a positive way. Will this also bring a more positive recognition for innovation in seeds and favorably influence future policy and regulatory decisions for some key innovations of the sector such as plant breeding innovations?
Why should you attend?
Speakers:
Julián Arnedo
Chair, National Organizing Committee
ISF World Seed Congress 2021
Usha Barwale Zehr
Director & Chief Technology Officer, Maharashtra Hybrid Seeds Company Private Limited (MAHYCO)
Lorena Basso
President, Basso Semillas and Asociación Semilleros Argentinos (ASA)
Theo de Jager
President, World Farmers’ Organisation
Franck Berger
Limagrain Vegetable Seeds CEO
Beth Bechdol
FAO Deputy Director-General of Operations
Eduard Fito
ISF President
Louise O. Fresco
President of the Executive Board, Wageningen University
Neal Gutterson
Ph.D., Chief Technology Officer for Corteva Agriscience™
Michael Keller
ISF Secretary General
Ralf Lopian
UN International Year of Plant Health 2020 Steering Committee Chair
David Malan
Klein Karoo Seed Production Managing Director
Vicente Navarro
Senior Vice President Vegetable Seeds Agricultural Solutions, BASF SE
Arnaud Petit
Executive Director, International Grains Council (IGC)
Arnold Puech d'Alissac
Board Member & Treasurer, World Farmers’ Organisation
Jeff Rowe
President Syngenta Seeds
Francine Sayoc
ISF Communications Manager
Marco van Leeuwen
Managing Director of Rijk Zwaan
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