31st PARIS International Conference on Sustainable Agriculture & Plant Protection (PSAPP-25) scheduled on Dec. 3-5, 2025 Paris (France)

31st PARIS International Conference on Sustainable


Cell Biology Microbiology Molecular Biology Plant Pathology Soil Sciences Sustainable Development Sustainable Energy Biodiversity & Conservation Biology Biotechnology Sustainable Development



Call for papers/Topics



Topics of interest for submission include any topics related to:



I. Sustainable Agricultural Systems & Practices




  • Agroecology and Regenerative Agriculture:


    • Principles and practices of agroecology

    • Soil health and fertility management (e.g., cover cropping, no-till, organic matter enhancement)

    • Biodiversity in agricultural landscapes (e.g., beneficial insects, wildlife corridors)

    • Carbon sequestration in agricultural systems

    • Circular bioeconomy in agro-farming

    • Nature-based solutions in agriculture



  • Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation:

    • Climate-smart agriculture techniques

    • Drought-resistant crop varieties and water-efficient irrigation

    • Climate-adaptive livestock management

    • Impacts of climate change on plant health and pest dynamics

    • Resilient livelihood strategies for farmers

    • Early warning systems for weather and pests



  • Sustainable Resource Management:

    • Sustainable soil and water management

    • Water quality management in agricultural runoff

    • Nutrient cycling and efficient fertilizer use

    • Renewable energy integration on farms

    • Waste management and valorization in agriculture



  • Crop and Livestock Production Systems:

    • Crop rotation and diversification

    • Precision agriculture (sensors, robotics, AI)

    • Vertical farming, hydroponics, and aquaponics

    • Horticulture and protected cultivation

    • Sustainable livestock grazing management

    • Integration of crop and livestock systems



  • Socio-economic Aspects of Sustainable Agriculture:

    • Food security and food systems

    • Rural development and community engagement

    • Economic viability of sustainable practices

    • Policy and regulatory frameworks for sustainable agriculture

    • Farmer education and extension services

    • Marketing and supply chain for sustainable products

    • Integrating traditional ecological knowledge





II. Plant Protection Strategies & Innovations




  • Integrated Pest Management (IPM):


    • Principles and implementation of IPM

    • Monitoring and forecasting of pests and diseases

    • Decision-making tools for pest management

    • Cultural practices for pest control

    • Biological control (biopesticides, beneficial organisms, macrobials, microbials)

    • Host plant resistance and breeding for disease/pest resistance

    • Chemical control (responsible use, reduced-risk pesticides, resistance management)



  • Pest and Disease Diagnostics & Monitoring:

    • Advanced diagnostic tools for pathogens and pests

    • Molecular mechanisms of plant-microbe interactions

    • Remote sensing for crop disease surveillance

    • AI-based pest and disease detection

    • Population genetics of pests and pathogens



  • Specific Pest Groups:

    • Insect pest management (e.g., migratory pests, biosecurity)

    • Plant diseases (fungal, bacterial, viral, phytoplasma, nematodes, abiotic diseases)

    • Weeds and their management (e.g., alien invasive weeds, weedicide resistance)

    • Post-harvest pests and diseases

    • Invasive and emerging pests under changing climate



  • Biotechnology and Advanced Technologies in Plant Protection:

    • Genomics and gene editing for plant protection

    • Endophytes and plant protection

    • Bio-based compounds and plant immunity

    • Nanotechnology in plant protection

    • Drone and robotics for pest management

    • Digital tools and ICT in plant protection



  • Phytosanitary Measures and Global Trade:

    • Quarantine procedures and control of transboundary pests

    • International phytosanitary standards

    • Risk assessment for invasive pests

    • Impact of safe trade on plant health



  • Environmental Impact of Plant Protection:

    • Ecotoxicology and toxicology of pesticides

    • Impact of agrochemicals on soil and water health

    • Reducing the ecological footprint of plant protection

    • Pollinator protection and biodiversity conservation





III. Cross-Cutting Themes




  • One Health Approach: Recognizing the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health in plant protection.

  • Policy and Regulation:

    • Implementation of national and international strategies (e.g., EU Farm to Fork Strategy)

    • Pesticide regulation and risk assessment

    • Incentives for sustainable farming practices



  • Research and Development:

    • Funding and collaborations in plant protection and sustainable agriculture research

    • Translational research from lab to farm

    • Technology transfer and innovation adoption



  • Education and Capacity Building:

    • Training programs for farmers, researchers, and extension workers

    • Public awareness and engagement on sustainable agriculture and plant health