National Symposium on Harnessing Plant Genetic Resources of Peninsular India (NSPPI 2026)
The National Symposium on Harnessing Plant Genetic Resources (PGR) of Peninsular India (NSPPI 2026) will be held on 21–22 May 2026 at the ICAR–Indian Institute of Horticultural Research (ICAR-IIHR), Bengaluru.
The symposium aims to bring together scientists, policymakers, breeders, biodiversity researchers, and students to discuss strategies for the conservation, characterization, and sustainable utilization of plant genetic resources in Peninsular India.
Peninsular India, including the Western and Eastern Ghats, the Deccan Plateau, coastal ecosystems, and island regions, represents one of the richest repositories of plant genetic diversity in the tropics. These resources are critical for climate-resilient agriculture, food and nutritional security, biodiversity conservation, and emerging bioeconomy sectors.
The symposium will provide a platform for scientific exchange, policy dialogue, and collaboration among researchers and institutions working in the field of plant genetic resources.
Organizers
- Indian Society of Plant Genetic Resources (ISPGR), New Delhi
- ICAR–Indian Institute of Horticultural Research (ICAR-IIHR), Bengaluru
- Trust for Advancement of Agricultural Sciences (TAAS), New Delhi
Symposium Themes
Research papers and presentations are invited under the following themes:
1. Exploration, Documentation and Conservation of Plant Genetic Resources
Exploration, inventory, mapping and conservation strategies for plant genetic resources, including crop wild relatives and underutilized species.
2. Characterization, Evaluation and Genomic Interventions
Morphological, biochemical and molecular characterization of germplasm, genomics-assisted breeding, and bioinformatics tools.
3. Policy Frameworks, Biosecurity, IPR and Access & Benefit Sharing
Legal and policy frameworks related to biodiversity conservation, farmers’ rights, biosecurity and equitable benefit-sharing.
4. Capacity Building and Community Participation
Community-led conservation, participatory breeding, knowledge-sharing platforms, and engagement of youth and women in biodiversity conservation.
5. Innovation, Bioeconomy and Livelihood Enhancement
Value addition, bio-based products, entrepreneurship, and biodiversity-based livelihood opportunities.
Call for Abstracts
Researchers, academicians, students, and professionals are invited to submit original research abstracts for oral and poster presentations.
Abstract Guidelines
- Maximum length: 400 words
- Must include title, author names, affiliations and corresponding author details
- Abstracts must align with one of the symposium themes
Submit Abstract https://forms.gle/uYGfnhoEsvVFg1Bf8
Registration
Participants interested in attending the symposium are requested to complete the registration form.
Register Here https://forms.gle/tzq9UzQ2V4qjTZpK7
Important Dates
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Call for Abstracts | 10 March 2026 |
| Registration Opens | 10 March 2026 |
| Last Date for Abstract Submission | 30 April 2026 |
| Notification of Acceptance | 10 May 2026 |
| Registration without Late Fee | 15 May 2026 |
Late registration will attract an additional fee of ₹1000.
Registration Fees
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| ISPGR / SPH Member | ₹5000 |
| Non-member | ₹6000 |
| Student / Research Fellow | ₹2000 |
| Industry / Private Organization | ₹10000 |
| Accompanying Person | ₹2000 |
Contact
Symposium Secretariat
National Symposium on Harnessing PGR of Peninsular India (NSPPI 2026)
ICAR–Indian Institute of Horticultural Research
Hesaraghatta Lake Post
Bengaluru – 560089
Email: nsppi2026@gmail.com
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