Next-Generation Horticulture represents a move towards more technologically driven and sustainable farming practices with a holistic approach. Next-Gen horticulture focuses on using technology, promoting sustainability, and fostering innovation to transform traditional farming practices. This involves integrating advanced technologies like precision agriculture, automation to enhance efficiency, productivity, and resource utilization while minimizing environmental impact. The key aspects of Next-Gen Horticulture are Precision agriculture, Smart farming, Micro-irrigation, Crop improvement, Biotechnological innovations involving omics technologies (Metabolomics, Proteomics, Transcriptomics, etc.), Nanotechnology, Vertical farming, Hydroponics, Aeroponics, Digitalization (Robotics, Sensors, Drones and Big Data, IoT, Data analytics, AI and Machine learning), Protected cultivation and Urban farming, Sustainable practices, Climate change resilience, Advances in post-harvest technology and value addition, Decarbonization, circular economy, closed-loop system, waste valorisation into packaging, bioenergy, and compost. In addition, Value-chain development, market access, ICT-based business models, youth engagement through entrepreneurship contest and startup ideas sums up the main agenda of the conference theme. On that account, advancements in horticulture sector emphasizes the use of technology to optimize existing horticultural practices where, Next-Generation horticulture integrates technological advancements with a holistic approach to sustainability and innovations. Through this conference, our focus is more towards holistic approach to horticulture, integrating future-oriented practices to obtain nutritional and food security.
The ICRAHOR-2026 “Next-Gen Horticulture Conference" signifies a focus on the future of the horticulture farming and industry, particularly in attracting and developing young talent, adopting new technologies, and addressing the evolving needs of the sector. It’ll serve as a platform for knowledge exchange, networking, and showcasing innovation in areas like crop improvement, precision farming, protected cultivation, and post-harvest management. This conference will foster future leaders by equipping them with the knowledge and skills they require for their career, acquainting them with cutting-edge technologies, addressing industry challenges, promoting collaboration and knowledge sharing. The conference seeks to establish future R&D goals, projects and outreach programs to improve the role of horticulture in achieving global sustainability. In essence, the Gen-Next Horticulture conference is a crucial event for shaping the future of learners by nurturing talent, promoting innovations, and addressing the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.
It could be used to optimize light, soil conditions, plant spacing, or other variables that could further speed up the production cycle or help us produce more nutrient-rich food. Such data may shape algorithms and drive further optimization. For suppliers and customers, a reliable and optimized system can ensure planning security.
Climate-smart horticulture, in conjunction with the most up-to-date crop improvement technologies utilizing genome- editing technology, is highly- anticipated and seems to be promising. Nano-emulsions and nano- materials for coating and packaging, horti-waste valorization techniques, vertical farming, robotic harvesting, 3-D printing, in vitro seed production for vegetatively propagated fruit crops, and other innovations could transform the horticulture sector as a whole.
Thus, this conference shall provide the platform to discuss trends and innovations in the field of Horticulture.
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Abstract Submission Deadline: 31st March 2026
Abstract acceptance last date: 1st April 2026
Registration last date: 7th April 2026
Full-length paper submission last date: 15th May 2026
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Indian Industry Professionals |
₹ 5,000 |
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Indian Academicians / Scientists / Others |
₹ 2,500 |
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Amity Students |
₹ 500 |
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Non-Amity Students |
₹ 1,000 |
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International Research Scholars & Students |
USD 50 |
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International Academicians / Scientists |
USD 100 |
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International Industry Professionals |
USD 200 |
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Paper Presentation with Scopus-Indexed Proceedings* |
₹ 8,000 / USD 200 |
Date: 8th April 2026
Time: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Registration: 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Young Horti Entrepreneur Pitch Competition
Time: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
HIGH TEA AND POSTER DISPLAY
Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Inaugural Session
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Lunch Break: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
LUNCH BREAK AND POSTER PRESENTATION SESSIONS 1 AND 2
Time: 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Session 1: Breeding and Biotechnological Innovation in Horticulture
Time: 3:30 PM – 4:00 PM
TEA BREAK AND POSTER PRESENTATION SESSIONS 1 AND 2
Time: 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Session 2: Digital Horticulture and Smart Farming
Date: 9th April 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Session 3: Post-Harvest Management, Value-Addition and Zero-Waste Horticulture
Time: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
TEA BREAK AND POSTER PRESENTATION SESSIONS 3 AND 4
Time: 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Session 4: Climate Resilient Horticulture, Urban & Backyard Farming
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Lunch Break and Poster Presentation Sessions 3 & 4
Time: 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Session 5: Horti-Entrepreneurship and Start-Ups Success Story
Time: 2:30 PM – 3:35 PM
Award Distribution & Valedictory Session
Time: 3:35 PM – 4:35 PM
High Tea
Time: 4:35 PM – 5:00 PM
Dr. Ashok K Chauhan
Founder President RBEF
Dr. Atul Chauhan
Chancellor, Amity University
Dr. (Mrs.) Balvinder Shukla
Vice-Chancellor, Amity University
DR. W. SELVAMURTHY
President (ASTIF), Director General, Amity Directorate of Science and Innovation (ADSI)
Chancellor, Amity University, Chhattisgarh
Azucena Gonzalez Coloma
Instituto de Ciencias Agrarias (CSIC), Madrid, Spain
Dr. Maria Fe Andrés
Instituto de Ciencias Agrarias (CSIC), Madrid, Spain
Dr. Naceur Djebali
Centre of Biotechnology of Borj Cedria (CBBC), Tunisia
Dr. Mokhtar Elbekkay
Centre of Biotechnology of Borj Cedria (CBBC), Tunisia
Dr. Shalini Gaur Rudra
Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi, India
Dr. Ram Asrey
Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi, India
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Criteria
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Complimentary
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Platinum Sponsorship: Rs 2,00,000
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Registration of 4 delegates
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1 Stall
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Gold Sponsorship: Rs 1,00,000
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Registration of 3 delegates
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1 Stall
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Silver Sponsorship: Rs 50,000
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Registration of 2 delegates
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1 Stall
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Bronze Sponsorship: Rs 25,000
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Registration of 1 delegates
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1 Stall
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Exhibition Stall: ₹10,000