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MILLET CONFERENCE VIDEOS
22nd Jan 2025
International Conference on "Millet Fusion: Cultivating Sustainability, Nourishing Nations"
23rd Jan 2025
International Conference on "Millet Fusion: Cultivating Sustainability, Nourishing Nations
23rd Jan 2025
International Conference on "Millet Fusion: Cultivating Sustainability, Nourishing Nations
23rd Jan 2025
International Conference on "Millet Fusion: Cultivating Sustainability, Nourishing Nations" (online poster session)
24th Jan 2025
International Conference on "Millet Fusion: Cultivating Sustainability, Nourishing Nations"
Overview
In the 2024-25 fiscal year, the Ministry of Agriculture has been allocated Rs
1,32,470 crore, which accounts for 2.7% of the central government’s total budget,
reflecting a 5% increase from the revised estimate for 2023-24. India, one of the
top five millet exporters globally, has seen its global millet exports rise from
$400 million in 2020 to $700 million in 2024.The growing global focus on sustainable
agriculture and food security has brought millets, an ancient group of cereals, to
the forefront of discussions on nutrition, climate resilience, and biodiversity.
Millets, which include sorghum, pearl millet, finger millet, and other small grains,
have been a staple food in various parts of the world for centuries, particularly in
Asia and Africa. However, their cultivation and consumption have declined in recent
decades due to the preference for more commercially dominant crops like rice and
wheat. In the context of climate change, millets offer significant advantages. They
are highly resilient to extreme weather conditions such as drought, high
temperatures, and poor soils, making them a vital crop for ensuring food security in
the face of increasing environmental challenges. Additionally, millets are
nutritionally superior, rich in essential nutrients such as fiber, iron, calcium,
and antioxidants. Their low glycemic index makes them an ideal food for managing
diabetes and other lifestyle diseases, which are on the rise globally.
Recognizing the multifaceted benefits of millets for nutrition, sustainability, and economic growth, Amity University, Noida in collaboration with CSIR-Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology, Palampur, is organizing a global conference. The "MilletFusion: Cultivating Sustainability, Nourishing Nations Beyond 2024" conference will be a dedicated platform for researchers, policymakers, industry leaders, and farmers to share knowledge, innovations, and strategies related to millet cultivation, processing, and promotion. This event aims to foster international cooperation, inspire initiatives, and chart actionable solutions to mainstream millets into global diets.
The event is jointly organized by Amity University, Noida and CSIR-Institute of
Himalayan Bioresource Technology, Palampur, Himachal Pradesh.. The event is planned
to be held at Amity University, Noida in co-ordination with CSIR-IHBT resonating
with the vision and mission of both the organizations. Proposal for collaboration is
under consideration by ICAR. CSIR-IHBT has the mandate to discover, innovate,
develop and disseminate the processes, products and technologies from Himalayan
bioresources for society, industry, environment and academia. Further Amity
university's state-of-the-art facilities, diverse academic community, and strategic
location in the Delhi/NCR region make it a key hub for fostering discussions on
millets and food security.
Objectives
The International Conference on Millets aims to provide a comprehensive and collaborative platform for stakeholders from around the world to:
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Share cutting-edge research findings and innovations related to millet cultivation,
utilization, and promotion.
- Explore the role of millets in addressing the global food security.
- Examine the economic and market potential of millets and their value chains.
- Foster international collaborations to advance millet research and development.
Key Themes
The conference will feature a range of sessions and workshops covering the following key themes:
- Millets for Sustainable Agriculture and Climate Resilience: Climate-smart farming practices and agroecological approaches.
- Millets for Nutritional and Nutraceuticals: Nutrition, health benefits, and their role in combating malnutrition.
- Millets for Traditional, Novel Food Processing and Culinary Innovation: Culinary uses, recipes, and value-added products. (competition based on traditional recipes and industry/ startup can show their products made up from millets)
- Breeding and Genetic Improvement strategies for Millets: Advancements in millet breeding and genetics.
- Challenges in the Millets Value Chains - from Farm to Fork: Economic aspects, trade, and market trends.
- International Collaboration in Millet Research and Development: Global partnerships in millet research, collaborative projects and funding opportunities, sharing best practices and knowledge exchange.
- New innovations using millets beyond 2024: Novel products from millets such as edible cutlery, vegan leather, edible oil and biofuels etc.
- Panel discussion on Industry-Academia collaboration for Millets
- Panel Discussion on Policies for Millets Beyond 2024
Expected Outcomes
- Enhanced knowledge exchange and collaboration among diverse stakeholders
- Dissemination of research findings and best practices
- Strengthened international partnerships for millet research and development
- Increased awareness about millets' nutritional benefits and culinary versatility
- Identification of strategies to promote millet consumption and production
- Novel solutions from millets for global challenges
Target Audience
- Researchers/scientists/Students in agriculture, nutrition, and food science.
- Policymakers and Government Officials.
- Farmers and Agricultural Practitioners.
- Representatives from International Organizations and NGOs.
- Industry Professionals and Entrepreneurs.
- Nutritionists, Dietitians, and Health experts.
- Culinary experts and chefs.
Partnerships
The conference seeks collaborations with international and national organizations, research
institutions, agricultural associations, and industry stakeholders to ensure a diverse and
impactful event.
CALL FOR ABSTRACT SUBMISSION
Researchers, scientists, policymakers, academicians, and students are invited to submit an abstract on any conference themes or related areas to icm24@ amity.edu by 16th Jan 2025.
A committee will review the abstract (POSTER/ ORAL PRESENTATIONS) and the selected abstracts will be published in the conference proceedings having ISBN No.
Selected Papers will be published in SCOPUS-indexed proceedings.
ABSTRACT SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
Please read the submission rules before submitting an abstract.
- The presenting author is required to ensure that all co-authors are aware of the content of the abstract before
- The presenting author must be listed as the first
- Submitted abstracts should include non-published
- Abstracts previously presented will not be
- Please submit symbols as
- You may submit more than 1 abstract. However, presenters that are accepted for oral presentation will be permitted to give only 1 oral Additionally accepted abstracts will therefore be poster only.
- Please note the submitting author will receive all correspondence about the abstract so we advise that the submitting author's details that are entered are the same details as those of the presenting
- Your abstract is not successfully submitted until you receive a confirmation e-mail after clicking the final submit If you do not receive a confirmation e- mail, please contact us.
- Abstract layout - Abstracts must be submitted with the following sections
- Abstract Topic – abstracts must be allocated to a specific Theme.
- Affiliation details: department, institution / hospital, city, state (if relevant), country
- Abstract title - limited to 20 words in UPPER CASE
- Abstract title is followed by Author names and their affiliations (Department name/ Institute name/ University name/ Place/ State) and a corresponding author email address.
- Author name: Last name Initials1, Last name Initials2, and Last name Initials3.
- Abstract text – limited to 250 words; Times New Roman; 12 font size.
- Keywords: 5 -6
- Abstract must not contain any data, figure or
- Presenting author's contact details (should be the same details as the submitting
author so that the presenting author receives the correspondence about the abstract:
- Email address
- Full postal address
- Contact number
- Full first and family name(s)
REGISTRATION FEES
Registration fee includes a Conference Kit (during physical mode, only), Detailed detailed Schedule, a soft copy of the Abstract Book, a Digital copy of selected journals published in Scopus-indexed volumes, a participation certificate, and high tea & lunch on conference days
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Delegates |
On or before 16th Jan. 2025 |
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Indian Students (Graduate/postgraduate) |
Rs. 1500 |
Rs. 2500 |
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Indian Students (PhD Scholar) |
Rs. 2500 |
Rs. 3500 |
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Indian Delegates |
Rs. 3500 |
Rs. 4500 |
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Industry Delegates |
Rs. 5000 |
Rs. 7000 |
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Foreign Students |
US $ 100 |
US $ 150 |
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Foreign Delegates |
US $ 200 |
US $ 300 |
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Foreign Industry Delegates |
US $ 500 |
US $ 700 |
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Foreign Industry Delegates |
US $ 500 |
US $ 700 |
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Participation without abstract (Students) |
Rs. 1000 |
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Participation without abstract (Faculty) |
Rs. 2000 |
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Participation without abstract (Industry) |
Rs. 3000 |
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Industry Award |
Rs. 5000 |
* The registration fee for Masters and UG students is Rs. 1000; the late fee is Rs. 1500.
Chief Patron
Dr. Ashok K Chauhan
Founder President-Amity University
Dr. (Mrs.) N. Kalaiselvi
DG- CSIR
Patron
Dr. Atul Chauhan,
Chancellor, Amity University
Dr. Sudesh Kumar Yadav
Director IHBT
Co-Patrons
Prof. (Dr.) Balvinder Shukla
Honourable Vice Chancellor, AUUP
Chair
Dr. W Selvamurthy
President ASTIF
Organizing Secretaries
Prof. (Dr.) Nutan Kaushik,
DG, AFAF
Dr. Shashi Bhushan
Senior Principal Scientist CSIR-IHBT
Co-Organising Secretaries
Dr. Mahesh Gupta,
Principal Scientist, IHBT
Dr. V K Modi,
Head of Institution, AIFT,
Dr. Vidya Shankar Srivastavan,
Sr. Scientist, IHBT
Convenors
Dr. Shalini Singh Visen,
Director and Advisor AFAF Lucknow
Dr. Durgesh Tripathi,
Associate Professor, AIOA
Dr. Sangeeta Pandey,
Associate Professor, AIOA
Dr. Ashok Kmar Pathera
Scientist CSIR-IHBT
Dr. Abhishek Sharma,
Assistant Professor, AFAF
Dr. Chitranjan ,
Assistant Professor, AIOA
Dr. Rahul Gupta
Head of Department, Professor Amity Business School
Co-Convener
Dr. Ashok Gehlot,
Senior Technical Officer (2) CSIR-IHBT
Dr. Gouthami Shivaswamy,
Assistant Professor, AIHSR
Dr. Niharika Shanker,
Asst. Professor AIFT
Dr. Ajay Tomar,
Assistant Professor, AIOA
Dr. Goodwill Khokhar,
Dy. Director ASTIF
Ms. Isha Sood,
Dy. Manager AFSTIA
Dr. Priyank Sharma
Assistant Professor AIHSR Amity University
Exhibition Coordinator
Dr. Meenakshi Kanojia
Additional Director, Directorate of Innovation and Technology Transfer
Coordinator, DST-Amity Technology Enabling Center (TEC)
Administrative Co-ordinator’s
Ms. Trapti Sharma
Asst. Manager, & Research coordinator Amity Food and Agriculture Foundation Amity University, Noida
Mr. Avinash Chauhan
Scientific Officer & Assistan Manager AFSTIA Amity University, Noida
Mr. Ankur Nawani
Senior Project Assistant Amity University, Noida
Advisory Members
Dr. Neena Malhotra
Secretary - Political, Ministry of External Affairs, GOI New Delhi, India
Dr. C. Anandharamakrishnan
Director CSIR- NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR INTERDISCIPLINARY SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY Ministry of Science and Technology, Govt. of India Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala)
Dr. (Mrs) C Tara Satyavathi
Director, IIMR, Hyderabad, India
Dr. Meenakshi Singh,
Chief Scientist Council of Scientific & Industrial Research HQ, New Delhi, India
Dr. A K Singh,
Sr. Vice President, AFSTIA, Amity University, Noida, Uttar-Pradesh, India
Dr. Neeraj Sharma,
Dy DG, AFSTIA, Amity University, Noida, Uttar-Pradesh, India
Prof. Chanderdeep Tandon,
Additional Pro-V C Dean, Faculty of Biosciences & Biotechnology, Amity University, Noida, Uttar-Pradesh, India
Dr. Gopal Bhushan,
Dy. Director General, Amity Directorate of Science and Innovation, Amity University, Noida, Uttar-Pradesh, India
Prof. Rattan Lal
Distinguished University Professor of Soil Science The Ohio State University Columbus, USA
Prof. Kadambot Siddique,
Hackett Professor of Agriculture Chair and Director, The UWA Institute of Agriculture, Australia
Prof. Katrien Devos,
Professor at the University of Georgia, Georgia
Dr. Kalogianni Eleni,
Professor, International Hellenic University, Greece
Dr. A. Arunachalam,
Director, ICAR, Central Agroforestry Research Institute, Krishivaniki Vihar, Jhansi, India
Dr. C. Anandharamakrishnan,
Director, CSIR- National Institute for In terdisciplinary Science & Technology, Thiruvananthapuram Kerala, India
Dr. Pa. Raajeswari,
Assistant Dean, Professor, Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women, Coimbatore, India
Dr. R.C.Pradhan
Professor, HOD & Associate Dean Food Process Engineering, NIT Rourkela, India
Dr Y. S. Dhaliwal
Professor, CSK Himachal Pradesh Krishi Vishwa Vidyalaya, Palampur, India
Dr Balmeet Sing Gill
Professor Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar, India
Dr A.S. Bawa
Ex Director, DFRL, Mysore, India
Dr Charanjit Kaur
Principal Scientist, IARI, New Delhi, India
Dr. MS Pal,
Professor and Head, G.B. Pant University of Agri. & Technology, Pantnagar, India
Dr. Satyen Yadav,
President, HPMI and Founder New Delhi India
Dr. Mamoni Das,
Food Scientist, Assam Agricultural University, Assam India
Dr. Dayakar Rao,
CEO, NutriHubb
Plenary speakers
Prof. Rattan Lal
Distinguished University Professor of Soil Science The Ohio State University Columbus, USA
Prof. Kadambot Siddique,
Prof. Kadambot Siddique, Hackett Professor of Agriculture Chair and Director, The UWA Institute of Agriculture, Australia
Prof. Katrien Devos,
Professor at the University of Georgia, Georgia
Dr. (Mrs) C Tara Satyavathi
Director, IIMR, Hyderabad, India
Dr. C. Anandharamakrishnan
Director, CSIR - National Institute for In terdisciplinary Science & Technology, Thiruvananthapuram Kerala, India
Dr Neetu,
Scientist of Regional Remote Sensing Centre North, NRSC ISRO
Invited Talk/Panel speakers
Dr. Kalogianni Eleni,
Professor, International Hellenic University, Greece
Prof. Deepti Gupta,
Professor, Department of Textile Technology, IIT Delhi, New Delhi, India
Dr. Naceur Djebali,
Professor, CBBC, Tunisia
Dr. Sridevi Annapurna Singh,
Director, Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI)
Dr. Sarita Srivastava
Professor and Head (Retd.), Department of Foods & Nutrition, College of Home Science, G. B. Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Pantnagar Director, Suvernada Foundation, Udham Singh Nagar, Uttarakhand, India
Dr. Kapila Shekhawat,
Principal Scientist, IARI, New Delhi
Dr. DD Wadikar,
Scientist 'F’, DIBT, Mysore
Dr. Pa. Raajeswari,
Assistant Dean, Professor, Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women, Coimbatore, India
Dr Balmeet Sing Gill
Professor Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar, India
Dr Charanjit Kaur
Principal Scientist, IARI, New Delhi, India
Dr. T.S. Sukanya
Professor & Principal Investigator(Agronomy), PC Unit, ICAR-AICRP on Small Millets GKVK, Bangalore, India
Dr Balmeet Sing Gill
Professor Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar, India
Dr. MS Pal,
Professor and Head, G.B. Pant University of Agri. & Technology, Pantnagar, India
Dr Y. S. Dhaliwal
Professor, CSK Himachal Pradesh Krishi Vishwa Vidyalaya, Palampur, India
Dr. Teekham Singh
Principal Scientist, ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi, India
Dr. Vilas Tonapy
Ex Director, ICAR -IIMR, Hyderabad, Member of an advisory group of NITI AAYOG, GOI
Ravinder Singh
Founder Director Nutraceutical Rich Organic India (P).Ltd, PRAYAGRAJ (Allahabad), India
Dr. Satyen Yadav,
President, HPMI and Founder
Dr PC Gupta
Prof Head Deptt of Genetics and PL Breeding incharge ALCRP on Pearmillet Agricultural Research Station, SKRAU, Bikaner
Dr. Manoj Sharma,
Associate Professor, JNU, New Delhi
Dr. Amolkumar U. Solanke,
Senior Scientist, ICAR-National Institute for Plant Biotechnology, LBS Centre, Pusa Campus, New Delhi
Mrs. Vinita Sudhanshu
General Manager, APEDA
Dr. R. C. Agrawal
Deputy Director General (Education) Division of Agricultural Education
Dr. Lakhan Singh,
Prof. & Advisor Amity University, Noida
Dr. M.S. Meera
Chief Scientist, CFTRI
Mr Shyambeer Singh,
Head Pan India, JEVA Technology, UPL, India
Dr. Sunil S. Gangurde
Associate Scientist, ICRISAT, Hyderabad
Mr. M.C. Dominic
Founder and Editor-in-Chief, Krishi Jagran
Mr. Kuldeep Vyas
Assistant Marketing Manager, Chambal fertilisers and Chemicals Limited. India
Ms. Dolly Chaudhary
IFFCO Kisan, Lead Digital Transformation. India
Mr. Amarnath
Founder Director, Enlightlife Science Pvt. Ltd, India
Dr. Kiprotich Paul Kimurto
(PhD), Department of Crops, Horticulture and Soils, Faculty of Agriculture , Egerton University & Director AgroScience Park Innovation Centre P.O. Box 536 Njoro, 20115, Kenya
Mr. Juan Manuel Velasco
Counsellor of Agriculture of the Embassy of Spain in New Delhi
Mr. Kishan Patel,
Mrugraj junagadh SPNF producer company limited, Gujarat, India
Mr.Hitesh Bora,
Barb kutch SPNF producer company limited, Gujarat, India
Mr. Sukharam Dhurve,
Taptiputra Jaivik Sheti Mission Farmer Producer Company Limited, Maharashtra, India
