International Symposium 2026

The 2nd Interdisciplinary Symposium on Agriculture, Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment

Resilient Energy, Food, and Water Systems for Addressing Global Crises through Sustainable and Integrated Solutions.

Advancing innovation for energy food and water security through interdisciplinary collaboration, scientific exchange, and sustainable action.

3 June 2026 Taichung, Taiwan Hosted by NCHU

About the Symposium

ISAFFE 2026 brings together researchers, students, policymakers, industry partners, and communities to engage in interdisciplinary dialogue on the interconnected challenges of energy, food, and water systems within agriculture, forestry, fisheries, and the environment contexts.

The symposium responds to growing global concerns related to energy insecurity, fossil fuel dependency, food system vulnerabilities, and water resource stress, recognizing the interdependence of energy, food, and water systems. It provides a platform for integrated scientific inquiry, policy dialogue, and practice-oriented innovation across agriculture, forestry, fisheries, and the environment sectors. The event promotes sustainable and systems-based solutions and further fosters interdisciplinary collaboration to strengthen system resilience, enhance adaptive capacity, and support long-term sustainability.

4 International Speakers
6 Key Topics

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Theme

This symposium adopts a forward looking theme that connects scientific innovation, resource resilience, and sustainable development.

Resilient Energy, Food, and Water Systems for Addressing Global Crises through Sustainable and Integrated Solutions

The theme reflects the urgent need to reduce fossil fuel dependency and to respond to global energy instability. Energy disruptions affect agricultural production, increase food costs, and limit water availability. These interconnected challenges require sustainable and integrated solutions. The symposium promotes innovation, energy transition, and interdisciplinary collaboration to strengthen system resilience and support long term sustainability.

Key Topics

The symposium welcomes contributions from natural sciences, engineering, social sciences, the environment studies, and policy research.

Important Dates

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8 April

Abstract Submission Opens

Call for abstracts and symposium registration announcement.

Extended to 8 May 2026

Abstract Submission Deadline

Final date for abstract submission and topic selection.
(Extended from 30 April 2026)

8–12 May 2026

Acceptance Notice

Authors receive review results and presentation format updates.

5 May

Registration Deadline

Final confirmation for Non-Presenting Participants.
(Closed)

3 June

Symposium Day

The official date of the ISAFFE 2026 international symposium.

Speakers

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Prof. Mohammad Nurcholis

Prof. Dr. Ir. Mohammad Nurcholis, M Agr

Soil Science Study Program, Faculty of Agriculture, UPN "VETERAN" YOGYAKARTA

🇮🇩 Indonesia
Prof. Abdul Rahim

Abdul Rahim, SP., M.Si., Ph.D

Faculty of Agriculture, Borneo Tarakan University

🇮🇩 Indonesia
Prof. Szu-Hung Vickey Chen

Szu-Hung Vickey Chen, Ph.D.

International Master Program in Agriculture, National Chung Hsing University

🇹🇼 Taiwan
Doyog, Nova D. PhD

Nova Deyaen Doyog, Ph.D

College of Forestry, Benguet State University

🇵🇭 Philippines

Program Overview

A three day structure keeps the symposium focused, balanced, and participant friendly.

Session 1

Opening and Keynote Sessions

The first Session includes the opening ceremony, keynote lectures, and a networking reception.

Session 2

Parallel Scientific Sessions

The second Session features oral presentations, poster sessions, and thematic panel discussions.

Session 3

Policy Dialogue and Closing

The final Session includes interdisciplinary dialogue, future collaboration planning, and closing remarks.

Registration

All participants can join ISAFFE 2026 free of charge. Please select your registration category below:

  • International ParticipantFree of Charge
  • Student ParticipantFree of Charge
  • PresenterFree of Charge
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Venue

National Chung Hsing University

Agricultural and Environmental Science Building, No. 145, Xingda Rd, South District, Taichung City 402, Taiwan.

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