Call for papers/Topics

Topics of interest for submission include any topics on Organic Agriculture, Food Security and Public Health:

This track focuses on the interconnected health of people, animals, and the planet.

Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR): The role of organic livestock farming in reducing antibiotic usage and preventing the spread of resistant superbugs.
Zoonoses Prevention: How diverse, organic ecosystems can act as buffers against spillover events (diseases passing from animals to humans).
Soil-Gut Microbiome Axis: Emerging research connecting healthy soil biodiversity to the human gut microbiome and immune system function.
Environmental Health & Toxicology: Comparative studies on pesticide exposure in rural communities and its link to chronic non-communicable diseases (cancers, endocrine disruption).

Focusing on how to feed a growing population without synthetic inputs.

Regenerative Agriculture 2.0: Moving beyond "sustainable" to "restorative"—practices that sequester carbon, restore water cycles, and reverse desertification.
Bio-Intensive Yield Optimization: Closing the "yield gap" between organic and conventional farming through breeding programs and soil science.
Climate-Resilient Crops: Development of drought-tolerant and saline-resistant organic crop varieties for volatile climates.
Urban & Vertical Organic Farming: Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) as a solution for urban food deserts and local food security.
Organic Aquaculture: Sustainable "Blue Food" systems and removing microplastics/chemicals from seafood supply chains.

Focusing on the biological impact of food on the consumer.

Nutrient Density Profiling: Comparative analysis of secondary metabolites (antioxidants, polyphenols) in organic vs. conventional produce.
Mycotoxins vs. Pesticides: Balancing the risks of fungal contamination in unsprayed crops against chemical residue risks.
Bio-fortification: Natural breeding strategies to increase vitamin and mineral content in staple organic crops to fight malnutrition.
Food Safety in Circular Systems: Managing safety risks when using compost, manure, and wastewater recycling in agriculture.

Focusing on the role of technology in scaling chemical-free farming.

AI and Robotics in Weed Control: Using autonomous laser weeders and mechanical robots to eliminate the need for herbicides.
Blockchain for Transparency: Digital tracing to guarantee organic integrity from "Farm to Fork" and prevent food fraud.
Biological Input Innovation: Next-generation bio-fertilizers, biostimulants, and pheromone-based pest control.
Smart Supply Chains: IoT solutions for reducing post-harvest loss in perishable organic goods.

Focusing on the systemic changes required for global food security.

True Cost Accounting (TCA): Calculating the hidden costs of conventional agriculture (healthcare, environmental cleanup) to level the economic playing field.
Food Sovereignty & Indigenous Knowledge: Integrating traditional ecological knowledge with modern organic science.
Public Procurement Policies: Strategies for mandating organic food in schools, hospitals, and public institutions to improve public health.
The "Double Burden" of Malnutrition: Addressing obesity and undernutrition simultaneously through diversified organic diets.

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