About the Conference
Growing global concern over the health and environmental impacts of conventional agricultural systems has accelerated the adoption of organic and natural rice production systems worldwide. Rice, as the staple food for a majority of the global population, plays a critical role in food and nutritional security, making sustainable rice production a global priority. To foster international dialogue and innovation in this area, a series of International Symposia on Organic Rice Production Systems has been organized since 2012, with previous conferences held in France (2012), Italy (2015), Brazil (2018), and Japan (2023). Building on this strong legacy, the 5ᵗʰ International Conference on Organic and Natural Rice Production Systems (ORP-5) will be jointly organized by All India Agricultural Students Association (AIASA), University of Agricultural Sciences, Raichur, and IPB University, Indonesia during 21–25 September 2026. ORP-5 is a global platform dedicated to advancing sustainable, climate-resilient, and eco-friendly rice production systems. The conference will showcase innovations and research in organic and natural rice production systems, soil health management, bio-inputs, pest and disease management, water-efficient technologies, and sustainable value chains. ORP-5 will facilitate knowledge exchange through plenary sessions, technical sessions, poster/video presentations, and networking, bringing together scientists, farmers, policymakers, students, and industry stakeholders to strengthen global collaboration for sustainable rice-based agri-food systems.
At a Glance
Key Highlights- 5ᵗʰ Edition
- International Conference Series (since 2012)
- 21–25 September 2026
- Organic and Natural Rice Production Systems
- Plenary Sessions
- Technical Sessions
- Poster/Video Presentations
Why ORP-5 Matters
Accelerating scientific transformation toward ecological, high-yield, and pesticide-free rice cultivation.
Climate-Resilient & Sustainable Farming
Exploring strategies for climate adaptation, carbon-neutral production, and resilient organic and natural rice systems.
Scientific Knowledge Meets Farmer Experience
Facilitating exchange between researchers and farmers to assess real-world performance of organic and natural rice systems.
Global Innovation & Knowledge Exchange
Strengthening international networks to share innovations, case studies, and scalable solutions for sustainable rice production.
Scaling Sustainable Rice Systems
Identifying barriers, policy needs, and value-chain opportunities to expand organic and natural rice farming worldwide.
Core Objectives
Key scientific and developmental goals guiding our technical deliberative tracks.
Assess practical knowledge, performance, and functioning of current organic and natural rice production systems.
Identify suitable nutrient, pest, and disease management strategies for organic and natural rice farming.
Share available innovations and identify constraints and bottlenecks hindering the advancement of organic and natural rice production systems.
Analyze the impacts of organic and natural rice production systems on food quality, human health, and the environment.
Strengthen the international innovation and knowledge network on sustainable rice production systems.
Explore the challenges, levels, and consequences of scaling up organic and natural rice farming across the agri-food value chain.
Significance & Global Impact
Addressing critical sustainable development challenges through organic and natural rice systems.
Food Security & Nutrition
Promoting sustainable rice production to meet the growing global food demand while maintaining nutritional density and varietal biodiversity.
Climate Action & Resilience
Mitigating methane emissions, lowering carbon intensity in cultivation, and developing climate-resilient organic paddy models.
Life on Land & Soil Health
Protecting aquatic & terrestrial ecosystems, restoring soil microbiome vitality, and eliminating synthetic chemical runoffs.
Who Can Participate
ORP-5 welcomes diverse stakeholders from across scientific, agricultural, policy, and industry spectrums.
Scientists & Agronomists
Researchers in organic agriculture, soil chemistry, plant genetics, and natural farming.
Academicians & Faculty
Educators from agricultural universities, state colleges, and global research institutions.
Students & Research Scholars
Postgraduate and doctoral researchers exploring sustainable food systems.
Farmers & FPO Leaders
Progressive paddy producers and Farmer Producer Organizations driving ground-level adoption.
Extension Professionals
Agricultural field officers and technology transfer specialists bridging research to fields.
Policymakers & Regulators
Government officials, international bodies, and agricultural ministry representatives.
Jointly organised by
Jointly convened by premier agricultural student leadership and leading international universities.
All India Agricultural Students Association (AIASA)
AIASAThe All India Agricultural Students Association (AIASA) is a premier national-level professional organization committed to academic excellence, leadership development, and advancement of agriculture through education, research, and innovation. AIASA actively works with students, researchers, academicians, agro-industries and farming communities to promote sustainable and climate-resilient agriculture.
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University of Agricultural Sciences, Raichur
UAS RaichurThe University of Agricultural Sciences (UAS), Raichur is a pioneer state agricultural university in Karnataka (est. 2009), dedicated to education, research, and extension in agriculture and allied sciences. The university contributes significantly to farmer training, natural farming methodologies, and region-specific agricultural solutions, strengthening food security.
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IPB University (Institut Pertanian Bogor), Indonesia
IPB University, Bogor IndonesiaIPB University, Bogor Indonesia is one of Asia’s foremost agricultural and life sciences institutions, renowned for excellence in education, research, innovation, and policy leadership in food, agriculture, biodiversity, and sustainability. IPB University plays a pivotal role in advancing climate-smart agriculture and resilient food systems.
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National policy leadership and institutional patronage.
Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Government of India
The Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Government of India is the apex national governing body formulating agricultural policies, scaling natural and organic farming initiatives (PKVY, BPKP), and fostering sustainable agrarian livelihoods across India.
Knowledge partner
International scientific guidance and rice innovation.
International Rice Research Institute (IRRI)
IRRI is the world’s premier international agricultural research organization dedicated to reducing poverty and hunger through rice science, climate-resilient cultivars, sustainable water management, and ecological rice-based agri-food systems.
Technical collaborating partners
Strategic technical allies across agricultural universities, soil mineral innovators, and scientific publishing.
Centurion UNIVERSITY
Technical CollaboratorA pioneer skill and research university dedicated to hands-on agricultural sciences, sustainable technology incubation, and rural entrepreneurship.
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SafeRock® (A natural resource to enrich the earth)
Technical CollaboratorGlobal innovators in natural mineral soil conditioners, enhancing ecological crop nutrition and soil microbiome longevity.
PLANT SCIENCE TODAY
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Scopus-indexed (eISSN: 2348-1900), UGC-CARE listed open-access international journal publishing peer-reviewed conference proceedings and breakthrough botanical research.