International Symposium on Agriculture and Environment 2026

"Data-Driven Green Agriculture Transition: From Healthy Soils to Healthy People"
"Catalyzing Smart Fertilizer Management, Circular Economy, and Climate Resilience through ICT and AI Integration"

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Why Choose ISAE

The International Symposium on Agriculture and Environment (ISAE) offers a national-level dialogue that connects science, policy, industry, and society, building on a strong legacy as a national catalyst for resolving critical challenges in agriculture and environmental sustainability. ISAE is known for its innovations in symposium design, including interactive online poster presentations that provide students and early-career researchers with an inclusive platform at a concessionary rate of USD 50. Participants engage in real-world problem solving, contribute to policy-relevant discussions, and form cross-sector partnerships that extend beyond the event. Selected high-quality contributions are offered Springer-published proceedings, ensuring global visibility, academic recognition, and lasting impact.

Distinguished Dignitaries

Dr. Harini Amarasuriya
Chief Guest

Dr. Harini Amarasuriya

Prime Minister of Sri Lanka

Prof. Chrishantha Abeysena
Guest of Honour

Prof. Chrishantha Abeysena

Minister of Science and Technology

Keynote Speakers

Dr. Matteo Poggio
Keynote Speech

Dr. Matteo Poggio

Soil & Sensor Specialist, AgroCares, Wageningen, Netherlands

Mr. Manjula N. U. Don
Keynote Speech (Plenary Session)

Mr. Manjula N. U. Don

Managing Director – Technical & Operations, Dual Investment Group, Australia

Prof. Richard Harper
Session 1 – Soil, Plant & Environment

Prof. Richard Harper

School of Agricultural Sciences, Murdoch University, Australia

Prof. Daniel Blackburn
Session 2 – Agricultural Engineering Technology & Digital Intelligence

Prof. Daniel Blackburn

Sultan Qaboos University, Oman

Prof. Libo Zhang
Session 3 – Trends in Biological Research for Sustainable Development

Prof. Libo Zhang

Guizhou University, China

Dr. Tahir Munir Butt
Session 4 – Food Science and Post Harvest Technologies

Dr. Tahir Munir Butt

Okara University of Agriculture, Pakistan

Dr. Beria Leimona
Session 6 – Agricultural Economics, Extension and Agribusiness

Dr. Beria Leimona

Theme Leader Climate change, Energy and Low Carbon Development, Principle Scientist Landscape Governance and Investment, Landscape Alliance

Mr. Tharusha Wanigasekara
Young Graduates Forum (Oral Presentation Session)

Mr. Tharusha Wanigasekara

Manager of Digital Innovation and Inclusion, Dialog Axiata PLC

Ms. Swati Sharma
Three-Minute Industrial Training Presentations

Ms. Swati Sharma

Editor – Books Life Sciences, Springer Nature

Pre-Symposium Webinar Series

Episode 01
Episode 01

"A Global Perspective on Agriculture Transition: From Healthy Soils to Healthy People"

February 18, 2026
Recording AvailableWatch
Episode 02
Episode 02

Healthy Soils, Thriving Communities: Soil Science in the Green Transition

March 18, 2026
Recording AvailableWatch
Episode 03
Episode 03

Marine Fisheries Management: Navigating the Trade-offs Between Livelihoods, Food Security, and Sustainability

April 29, 2026
Recording AvailableWatch
Episode 04
Episode 04

The role of soil invertebrates as indicators of soil health

May 26, 2026
Recording AvailableWatch
• Recordings will be available after each session

Session Tracks

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Crop, Soil, and Water Resource Management

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Horticulture and Plantation Crops

3

Agricultural Biology and Biotechnology

4

Livestock and Aquatic Sciences

5

Agricultural Engineering and Post-harvest Technology

6

Food and Nutrition

7

Agricultural Economics, Agribusiness, and Community Engagement

8

Climate Change, Environment, and Natural Resources

9

Emerging Frontiers in Agriculture: Standards and Circular Economy

10

Digital Intelligence for Climate-Smart and Sustainable Agriculture

International Students

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For Undergraduates of Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna

Young Graduate Forum (YGF) 2026

As a parallel event alongside the scientific sessions of ISAE 2026, the "Young Graduates' Forum (YGF)" is scheduled for 2nd September 2026. This yearly gathering seeks to create a platform where young graduate students from the Faculty of Agriculture (FoA), University of Ruhuna (UoR) can exchange innovative research ideas, fresh knowledge, and academic experiences in an open scientific environment. The forum fosters cross-disciplinary collaboration and advances research integration by facilitating scientific dialogue among emerging researchers.

Top presenters selected from the final year research presentations across three degree programs, representing every department within FoA, UoR, will participate in the YGF through both oral and poster presentation formats.

YGF Contact Information

Prof. Kumari Fonseka

Chairperson, YGF-ISAE 2026
+94767327109
dlckumari@crop.ruh.ac.lk

Dr. G.S.N. Fernando

Secretary, YGF-ISAE 2026
+94775353585
gsnfernando@fst.ruh.ac.lk
3MIT Session

The 3MIT (Three-Minute Innovative Talk), this dynamic platform brings together talented graduates and industry professionals, providing students with invaluable opportunities to showcase their internship experiences, engage with potential employers, and gain critical insights into their professional futures.

The event features competitive presentations where students demonstrate their industrial training projects, fostering meaningful dialogue between academia and industry. Through inspiring presentations, interactive sessions, and extensive networking opportunities, 3MIT celebrates outstanding internship achievements while recognizing top performers.

3MIT Contact Information

Prof. Kumari Fonseka

Chairperson, YGF-ISAE 2026
+94767327109
dlckumari@crop.ruh.ac.lk

Guidelines and Resources

Important Dates

Call for Extended Abstract

20th January 2026

Deadline for Submission

20th March 2026

Deadline for Submission

30th April 2026

Notification of Acceptance

20th May 2026

Early Bird Registration Deadline

Until 20th July 2026

Regular Registration Deadline

Until 10th August 2026
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