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18th Aug 09
adminFood price fluctuations, population growth and concerns over global food security, have now made it crucial than ever to use agri-biotechnology and crop protection products to tackle future food demands and resource conservation.
According to the Global Crop Protection (Pesticides) Market report published by CompaniesandMarkets.com, global demand for crop protection has been on the rise, because of increasing demand for food, energy & feed and declining inventories. The report also cites concerns over piracy and counterfeit products as some of the key factors that will affect the industry in the near future.
In the Agri Biotech sector, worldwide debate over Genetically Modified crops has not stopped growth. Land under cultivation with GM crops has grown exponentially from a few million hectares in 1996 to 59 million hectares in 2003, to more than 80 million hectares in 2007, according to the International Service for the Acquisition of Agri-Biotech Applications. In Asia alone, the People’s Republic of China (PRC) grows the largest amount of GM soy crops, and Asia’s other population giant India have embraced GMO technology as a crucial plank in their development platform.
The Agri Biotech & Crop Protection Markets conference gathers in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on 16-17 November 2009 to analyze key trends in the global crop protection and agri-biotech industries and assess the latest in technology innovations & regulatory framework to support a sustainable agriculture industry.
Agri Biotech & Crop Protection Markets will also offer analysis on the key growth drivers and challenges for the industry in Asia. Sessions on the agenda include a comprehensive overview of the seed market, insights on the evolving role and latest developments in crop biotech, GM crops, patent reform and IPR issues, consumer acceptance of GM products (food producer perspectives) and latest standards for pesticide residues and food safety.
Some of the top agrochemical companies contributing at the event include:
- Syngenta, Excel Crop Care and Monsanto invited to share their insights and strategies
- SGS, expected to speak on Chinese corn and soya farmers’ perceptions & expectations from seed and crop protection technologies.
The conference also features updates from key regulatory agencies around the region on approaches and possible future changes in response to new technology.
Those seeking more information on participation, media partnership, sponsorship and/or exhibiting at the Agri Biotech & Crop Protection Markets can >>CLICK HERE<< & visit our enquiries/registration page. Alternatively, email Ms. Hafizah at hafizah@cmtsp.com.sg or call +65 6346 9218
