Call For Papers ICVASAF 2026

 

📢 CALL FOR PAPERS – ICVASAF 2026

The International Conference on Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security (ICVASAF 2026) is an international peer-reviewed academic conference organized by Politeknik Pembangunan Pertanian Yogyakarta–Magelang (Polbangtan Yoma), Indonesia. The conference serves as a scientific platform for researchers, academics, practitioners, policymakers, industry representatives, and development stakeholders to exchange knowledge, present research findings, and discuss innovations and best practices in sustainable agriculture, food security, environmental sustainability, and climate-resilient agri-food systems.

Theme

“Integrating Sustainable Agriculture and Livestock Systems for Food Security and Climate Resilience”

ICVASAF 2026 aims to address contemporary global challenges related to climate change, natural resource management, sustainable food production, and food system resilience. The conference promotes interdisciplinary collaboration and evidence-based solutions that support sustainable agricultural development, strengthen food security, enhance climate resilience, and contribute to the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

📍 Venue

Politeknik Pembangunan Pertanian Yogyakarta–Magelang (Polbangtan Yoma), Indonesia

🎤 Opening Speech

R. Hermawan, S.P., M.P.
Director of Politeknik Pembangunan Pertanian Yogyakarta–Magelang

🌟 Keynote Speakers

• Prof. Tang Lixia, Ph.D. (China Agricultural University, China)
• Prof. Ravindra Joshi (International Rice Research Institute – IRRI, Philippines)
• Prof. Dr. Novizar Nazir (Andalas University, Indonesia)
• Janet Reid, Ph.D. (Massey University, New Zealand)
• Assoc. Prof. Risti Permani, Ph.D. (The University of Queensland, Australia)

📚 Conference Tracks and Topics Track 1. Sustainable Crop Production and Soil Management

• Sustainable crop production systems
• Soil health and regeneration
• Organic and conservation agriculture
• Climate-smart agriculture
• Sustainable land management

Track 2. Integrated Agriculture and Livestock Systems

• Integrated crop-livestock systems
• Sustainable livestock production
• Animal nutrition and welfare
• Circular agriculture practices
• Resource-efficient farming systems

Track 3. Food Innovation and Sustainable Food Systems

• Food processing and preservation
• Functional foods and nutraceuticals
• Food quality and safety
• Sustainable food supply chains
• Food security and nutrition

Track 4. Smart Farming and Agricultural Technologies

• Precision agriculture
• Artificial intelligence in agriculture
• Internet of Things (IoT) applications
• Remote sensing and GIS
• Digital agriculture and decision support systems

Track 5. Climate Resilience, Agricultural Policy and Sustainable Rural Development

• Climate change adaptation and mitigation in agriculture
• Agricultural policy and governance
• Sustainable rural and community development
• Food systems governance and resilience
• Socio-economic dimensions of sustainable agriculture
• Natural resource governance for food security

For more information regarding the conference scope and topics, please visit:
https://conference.polbangtanyoma.ac.id/index.php/icvasaf26/focus

📅 Important Dates

• Abstract Submission Opens: 28 April 2026
• Abstract Deadline: 27 August 2026
• Abstract Acceptance Notification: 3 September 2026
• Full Paper Submission Deadline: 12 September 2026
• Payment Deadline: 10 September 2026
• Review Results Notification: 21 September 2026
• Conference Date: 24 September 2026

🌐 Submission

https://conference.polbangtanyoma.ac.id/index.php/icvasaf26

💰 Registration Fee

FREE (No Charge)

📖 Publication Information

Accepted papers will be considered for publication in international conference proceedings or other suitable publication outlets, subject to peer-review outcomes, editorial evaluation, and publication requirements.

The organizing committee intends to submit the conference proceedings to internationally recognized indexing services. Indexing decisions remain subject to evaluation and approval by the respective publishers and indexing agencies.

📞 Contact Person (PIC)

For further information, please contact:

• Fikri (+62 895-4225-48501)
• Nicky (+62 877-7904-0883)
• Yunus (+62 819-0775-5024)

📧 Email:
icvasaf@polbangtanyoma.ac.id

We warmly invite researchers, academics, practitioners, policymakers, industry professionals, and students worldwide to submit their original research and join this international forum for advancing sustainable agriculture, food security, and climate resilience.