Hyderabad :   350 Open access journals publisher and 300 plus Scientific Conferences Organiser across the globe, OMICS Group International to organize 3rd International Conference on Novel Agricultural and Horticultural Strategies for Sustainable Development here in city in October from 27 to 29th this year at Hotel HICC.  The theme of this meet is aptly selected as “Novel Strategies and  Innovations in Agricultural & Horticultural Sciences”.

Announcing this address a press conference along with panel of experts comprising Padmasree Prof. E. A. Siddiq, Acharya N. G. Ranga Agricultural University; Dr. Devi Prasad Juvvadi, Centre for Good Governance ; Dr. J. S. Prasad, Directorate of Rice Research, Professor Shashi Vemuri, Acharya NG Ranga  Agricultural University and Dr. GBK Rao, CEO, Pragathi Resorts Ltd, Dr. Srinubabu Gedela, MD of the OMICS Publishing Group disclosed that the theme of the conference is focused to familiarize the latest developments in this field to the farmers, Agricultural Scientists, researchers, academic institutes, NGOs and the Government with topics like agro-technology, agronomy, horticulture, floriculture, agriculture risk management, forestry.

India is a diverse country. It possesses 20 agri climatic regions, represents 15 major climates that exist worldwide. 46 of 60 soil types of world are found here.  It is the 2nd largest agrarian country in the world. One of the largest producers of fruits, vegetables, sugarcane, oilseeds, cotton, pulses. Milk, tea, cashew nuts, jute and many more.

Though in India different climatic conditions around the country can make it easy for various cultivation methods, the lack of modern equipment and strategies has tied the growth rate.

Despite this rosy picture, there are shortcomings too. Agriculture is considered the most risky fields, stands vulnerable to various climatic conditions. Farmers are committing suicide.

The aim of the meet is to assemble the Agriculture professionals from worldwide to discuss about this recent trend and to increase India’s productivity in the sector of Agriculture.

The conference will focus on Agronomy and Soil Sciences; Horticulture, Floriculture & Forestry; Agricultural Extension; Plant Biochemistry and Physiology; Crop Breeding and Genetics; Crop Protection and Management; Spices, Herbs and Medicinal Plants; Tissue Culture and Plant Biotechnology; Agricultural Engineering and Technology; Agricultural Risk Management; Sustainable Practices for Agriculture and Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness, Srinubabu informed.

The conference is already attracting experts in the field from across several countries in the world. Some of the renowned speakers include: John Ryan from Syria; Samir Debnath, Canada; Homero Ramirez, Mexico; Shivkanth Shukla from Biotech Consortium India Ltd etc and others.  500 participants from 25 countries from across the globe are expected participate in the meet.

OMICS Group Agri-2014 conference would deliberate upon major as well as differential issues related to agriculture, risk assessment & management, Contingency planning, agricultural land & water use management, Impact of GM crops and seed technology, Global information systems and impact on agribusiness and sustainability. Scientists and the policy makers in several fields like production; post-harvest technologies are invited to present their research in the related topics.

 

This proficient gathering of academicians and professionals from government agencies will provide new insights to the decisive issues facing in this field. Engineering applications of agriculture like seed technology, plant biotechnology, molecular farming, agricultural engineering, and technology, post harvest technology are the Contemporary techniques has been used for the betterment of agricultural products. Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is an effective and environmentally sensitive approach to pest management that relies on a combination of common-sense practices. IPM in combination with available pest control methods is used to manage pest damage by the most economical means, as well as with the least possible hazard to the society, property and the environment.

India is the 2nd largest agrarian country in the world with 179.0 million hectors of land under cultivation. iT possesses 20 agri-climatic regions, representing 15 major climates that exist worldwide. 46 out of 60 soil types of the world are present in India. India reached an all time record production of food grains amounting to 259.32 million tonnes during the 12th financial year. The country produced 105.3 million tonnes of rice and 94.9 million tons of wheat. Adjoining to this, India is also the largest producer of pulses, milk, tea, cashew, jute and the second largest producer of fruits, vegetables, sugarcane, oilseeds, and cotton (MOAI).

India manufactures as well as utilizes a huge number of farm equipments. Extensive support of government allowed this sector to attract $14.0 billion FDI during 2012. Worldwide risen demand for the agricultural products, increase the government’s Minimum Support Price, enhanced the storage facilities, and various central and state government programs. All these are adding strength to the Indian Agricultural sector. As per the Central Statistical Organization (CSO), GDP of agriculture and allied sectors in India reached $ 151.8 billion in FY12. Agriculture and its allied sectors grew by 2.8 per cent in FY12.

As per the Ministry of Agriculture, India exported $5 billion worth of rice, accounting for 12% of total agri exports, followed by cotton and guargum meal, accounting for 11.5% and 8.7% respectively by 2012. Guargum was the major export commodity reaching a staggering 334.6% growth in exports during the year.

Sugarcane contributes of about half of the production when we compare average yield in India to that of the world’s most productive farms. Contribution by fresh vegetables comes around one-fifth in this term. Rice and wheat production shares almost the same statistics which is around one-third of the world’s statistics. Cotton and wheat show the similar proximity.

Despite this rosy picture, there are a few shortcomings and of which the growth of this sector is hindering considerably. The Conference is scheduled in this light of background is going to immensely help to the industry as a whole.

72% of 1.1 billion Indian population lives in the villages. Agriculture and its allied sectors like horticulture and animal husbandry are the main source of income for this existing population, contributing 21% to the GDP. Indian Agricultural sector might witness the successive transformations and innovations like ‘Green revolution’, ‘Blue Revolution’, ‘White Revolution’ and ‘Yellow Revolution’ conquering maximum yields in farming sector, fisheries, milk production and manufacturing oil seeds as well.

 

Both Telangana and Andhra Pradesh have attained a distinct position in agriculture and the state got the distinction as ‘Rice Bowl’ of India. It is the capital source of income and foremost occupation in the state with around 60% population engaged in agriculture. Andhra Pradesh was among the very few states in the country which initiated for the Green Revolution in rice cultivation in the 1970s.

Despite the series of success in the above mentioned fields, agriculture is one of the most risky fields in India as it often stands vulnerable to various climatic conditions like floods, droughts, and market uncertainties.

The present scenario has shown the comparative analysis of agriculture productivity worldwide to India’s productivity and the results are very poor.

Though in India different climatic conditions around the country can make it easy for various cultivation methods, the lack of modern equipment and strategies has tied the growth rate.

In order to educate the farmers and the scientific farming society, OMICS Group has put forward this step by organizing the Agriculture conference. The aim of this event is to assemble the Agriculture professionals from worldwide to discuss about this recent trend and to increase India’s productivity in the sector of Agriculture.

OMICS Group International contributes to the scientific community through its Open Access Initiative and OMICS Group Conferences. OMICS Group hosts over 400 leading-edge peer reviewed Open Access Journals which are supported by more than 30000 eminent Editorial Board Members. OMICS Publishing Group journals enjoy the readership of 3.5 million people and organize over 300 International Conferences annually all over the world with the support of more than 1000 scientific associations. OMICS Group Conferences conducts Scientific Conferences, symposia, workshops, trade shows, exhibitions and world science congresses by bringing together people on a single platform and thereby achieving its goal of widening the knowledge base across the world.