Publication
- Extended abstracts will be published online.
- Recommended full papers will be published in a special issue of the Journal of Agricultural Sciences – Sri Lanka.
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AgInsight 2027: Innovating Together for Resilient Agriculture and Community Well‑Being
Conference Theme
Innovating Together for Resilient Agriculture and Community Well‑Being
The theme emphasises collaborative innovation and interdisciplinary partnerships in transforming agricultural systems to become more resilient, adaptive, inclusive and community-centred. Sustainable agricultural development and food security can only be achieved through the collective efforts of scientists, farmers, industries, policymakers, entrepreneurs, students and local communities.
The Faculty of Agricultural Sciences of Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka has organised a series of international conferences under the AgInsight banner, creating a strong platform for academics, researchers, industry experts, policymakers, development practitioners, students and community stakeholders to exchange knowledge and build collaborations.
Focus areas
The theme highlights the growing need for:
- Climate-resilient agricultural practices
- Smart and digital agriculture
- Sustainable livestock and crop production systems
- Food and nutrition security
- Value addition and agribusiness development
- Community empowerment and rural livelihood improvement
- One Health and environmental sustainability
- Knowledge-sharing platforms that bridge research and practice
Session tracks
Select the track that best aligns with your work. Each track offers both a Professional Forum and a Student Forum.
Track 1
Agriculture and Agri-Environment
This track explores innovations in agricultural production and the sustainable management of natural resources and agroecosystems.
Topics may include, but are not limited to:
- Sustainable and climate-smart agriculture
- Crop production and management
- Soil health and nutrient management
- Agroecology and regenerative agriculture
- Climate change adaptation and mitigation
- Water and irrigation management
- Biodiversity and ecosystem services
- Agricultural biotechnology and crop improvement
- Precision agriculture and digital technologies
- Pest and disease management
- Natural resource management
- Circular agriculture and waste management
Track 2
Agribusiness and Agricultural Economics
This track focuses on the economic, behavioral, managerial, and policy dimensions of agriculture, food systems, and rural development.
Topics may include, but are not limited to:
- Agricultural and food economics
- Agribusiness management and entrepreneurship
- Agricultural marketing and value chains
- Consumer behavior and food choice
- Agricultural finance and risk management
- Agricultural and food policy
- Technology and innovation adoption
- Behavioral and experimental economics
- Environmental and natural resource economics
- Food prices, markets, and trade
- Supply chains and food-system resilience
- Digital agriculture and agribusiness innovation
- Rural livelihoods and development
- Cooperatives and farmer organizations
Track 3
Community Development and Nutrition Security
This track examines approaches to strengthening rural communities, livelihoods, food and nutrition security, and inclusive development.
Topics may include, but are not limited to:
- Food and nutrition security
- Rural and community development
- Poverty, inequality, and rural livelihoods
- Gender, youth, and social inclusion
- Agricultural extension and advisory services
- Community resilience and climate adaptation
- Farmer organizations and collective action
- Indigenous and local knowledge
- Household food consumption and dietary diversity
- Nutrition-sensitive agriculture
- Social protection and food security
- Community-based innovation
- Migration and rural transformation
- Education, capacity building, and empowerment
Track 4
Livestock and Aquaculture
This track addresses innovations and sustainable practices across livestock, dairy, poultry, fisheries, and aquaculture systems.
Topics may include, but are not limited to:
- Livestock production and management
- Animal nutrition and feeding systems
- Animal breeding and genetics
- Dairy and poultry production
- Animal health and microbiology in animal production
- Sustainable livestock systems
- Micro livestock management and production
- Fisheries and aquaculture
- Aquaculture nutrition and production
- Breeding and genetics in aquaculture
- Climate-resilient livestock and aquaculture
- Livestock and aquaculture value chains
- Waste management and circular production systems
- Emerging technologies in animal production
- Smallholder livestock and aquaculture systems
- Animal welfare and ethics
Track 5
One Health and Food Safety
This track brings together human, animal, plant, and environmental perspectives to address health, food safety, and sustainable food systems.
Topics may include, but are not limited to:
- One Health approaches in safe livestock production
- Food safety and quality
- Foodborne diseases and pathogens
- Zoonotic and emerging diseases
- Antimicrobial resistance
- Veterinary public health
- Livestock and poultry health and biosecurity
- Food hygiene and sanitation
- Food safety in fisheries and aquaculture
- Food processing, preservation, and quality assurance
- Food contaminants and residues
- Risk assessment and food safety management
- Environmental health and agricultural systems
- Food traceability and certification
- Public health and food systems
- Public awareness, education, and community engagement in food safety and One Health approaches
Not sure which track fits your work? Select the track that most closely aligns with your study. The Scientific Committee may reassign submissions to a more appropriate track where necessary.
How to submit
- 1Check the formatting rules in the submission guidelines.
- 2Submit your extended abstract online between 5 October 2026 and 15 November 2026.
- 3Watch for the acceptance notice on 15 January 2027.
Submissions are open.
Venue and dates
See you in Belihuloya
- When
- 10–11 March 2027
- Where
- Faculty of Agricultural Sciences, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, Belihuloya
- Format
- In-person conference with Professional and Student Forums