Navigating Agriculture Through Climate Challenge
15th Agriculture Leadership Summit 2024
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15th Agriculture Leadership Summit 2024
Agriculture contributes to one-third of anthropogenic greenhouse gas emissions, with animal-based farming accounting for nearly 60% of food-related emissions. Climate change can significantly impact agricultural production and productivity. Issues such as drought, temperature extremes during critical crop stages, floods, and salinity are affecting crop yields. The monsoon's erratic patterns in recent years have disrupted the traditional crop calendar, jeopardising the agricultural rhythm in India. As climate conditions continue to worsen, it is imperative to adopt measures that acknowledge these changes and implement corrective actions.
India's agricultural production has tripled over time, yet today, the sector faces unprecedented challenges due to climate change, which has had a profound impact on both production and productivity. As the most populous country in the world and a significant agricultural exporter, India is in a precarious position to maintain food security amidst climate uncertainties. Therefore, there is an immediate need to reimagine our food systems through policy and technological interventions and global cooperation. To transform the current state of agriculture, urgent deliberations and collaborations are necessary. If all key stakeholders work in unison, the sector can overcome existing challenges and foster a new era of growth and enhanced productivity.
The 15th Agriculture Leadership Conclave 2024, scheduled for July 10-11, 2024, in New Delhi, aims to sensitise and unite key functionaries from Indian and global agriculture and bring them on one platform to discuss critical issues and agendas and prepare a roadmap for a Climate Resilient Food Production System. The event will culminate with the presentation of the 15th Agriculture Leadership Awards, recognising individuals and institutions that have made seminal contributions to agricultural development. This event is essential for anyone involved in agriculture, food, agribusiness, research, academics, media, farming, trade, development, policymaking, and all those concerned with food security, farmers, and the rural sector.
OBJECTIVES
- To discuss broad issues in agriculture, food, and nutrition, focusing on the scope and opportunities for India to achieve sustained growth amidst climate change through policy initiatives and public-private partnerships.
- To address national and global food and nutrition security challenges, including access, equity, and employment, and to examine concerns related to services, trade, and technology.
- To explore the challenges posed by climate change and its potential long-term impact on food and nutrition security, and to deliberate on mitigation strategies for climate-resilient agriculture.
- To review various governmental policies, programs, and interventions, and to analyze the role of states, industries, and institutions in elevating Indian food and agriculture to global markets.
- To examine the challenges in agricultural and food logistics infrastructure, processing, services, value chain, and supply chain management for sustained growth and profitability in the agriculture sector.
Program Schedule
Who should Participate
- 1 Political Leaders, Policy Makers, and Diplomats
- 2 Officials of Central and State Governments
- 3 Industry Leaders and Agribusiness Executives
- 4 Experts, Researchers, Academics, and Extension Personnel
- 5 Banking, Insurance, Financial, Rural, and Development Professionals
- 6 Farmers, Processors, Traders, Exporters, Media, and Extension Agencies
- 7 Entrepreneurs, NGOs, KPOs (Knowledge Process Outsourcing), FPOs (Farmer Producer Organizations), Students, and Agribusiness Professionals
Leadership Awards 2024
The agricultural landscape in India has undergone a remarkable transformation since the Green Revolution. Today, a new revolution is unfolding within the agriculture sector, propelled by the relentless dedication of farmers, progressive government policies, sustained interventions by institutions and corporations, and the innovative solutions offered by startups and individuals. The pivotal roles played by these stakeholders in driving growth and fostering value-added transformation within India's agricultural sector are commendable and warrant recognition and accolades.
In response to the imperative to acknowledge the contributions of various stakeholders in agriculture at the national level, our magazine has taken the initiative to honour and incentivise individuals and organisations who have demonstrated exemplary leadership in agriculture. The inception of the Agriculture Leadership Awards in 2008 marked the initial stride in this direction.
These prestigious awards are conferred annually across various categories to honour individuals and organisations for their outstanding contributions in their respective fields. The National Awards Committee, chaired by Dr. Ramesh Chand, comprises a distinguished panel of a dozen national luminaries. A rigorous selection process, employing a two-tier system, ensures the utmost integrity in the awarding process. Sub-committees, each led by a member of the National Committee, meticulously review all applications and nominations received by the Awards Secretariat. Subsequently, they recommend deserving candidates to the National Committee for final selection.
The awards ceremony is scheduled to take place on July 11, 2024, in New Delhi.
We encourage all eligible individuals and organizations to submit their nominations/applications before June 25, 2024. Online submissions are preferred for expediency and efficiency.
Day 1 – Wednesday 10th July 2024 | 12:30 PM – 01:30 PM
The Outstanding Professional Awards are presented to individuals in mid-managerial positions within the agriculture and allied sectors. These awards acknowledge professionals who have significantly contributed to their company's growth through their dedication, consistency, and hard work. Recipients must have exhibited exceptional managerial skills, particularly in the areas of team management and motivation, thereby fostering a productive and innovative work environment.
Categories:
- 1 Crop protection
- 2 Seeds
- 3 Fertiliser
- 4 Bio-inputs
- 5 Farm Machinery
- 6 Tractors
- 7 Irrigation
- 8 Logistics
- 9 Credit and Finance
- 10 Insurance
- 11 Research & Development
- 12 Agribusiness
- 13 Post Harvest Technologies
- 14 Marketing
- 15 Commodities
- 16 Spices
- 17 Exports
- 18 Food Processing
- 19 Agro Processing
- 20 Animal Health
Day 1 – Wednesday 10th July 2024 | 06:30 PM – 07:30 PM
The Innovative Farmer Awards celebrate the spirit of innovation at the farm level. These awards recognise farmers who have implemented ground-breaking practices that have resulted in increased incomes, resource conservation, and enhanced productivity. The awards also honour those farmers who have played a pivotal role in promoting awareness and encouraging their peers to adopt innovative technologies and practices.
Categories:
- 1 Agroforestry Excellence
- 2 Soil Health Management
- 3 Integrated Pest Management
- 4 Water management
- 5 Agro-Tourism
- 6 Biofertilizer production
- 7 Seed Conservation
- 8 Aquaponics and Hydroponics
- 9 Goat farming
- 10 Dairy farming
- 11 Fisheries farming
- 12 Poultry farming
- 13 Green House
- 14 Farm level processing
- 15 Market linkages
- 16 Precision farming
- 17 Farm enterprise
- 18 Medicinal farming
- 19 Horticulture farming
- 20 Innovative rice farming
Day 2 –Thursday 11th July 2024 | 12:30 PM – 01:30 PM
The Young Scientist Award is conferred upon scientists under the age of 40 who have made significant contributions to agriculture and allied sectors. Recipients of this award must have addressed a specific area of concern within their field, with their work having the potential to transform the sector and effect noticeable change. The award recognises individuals who have demonstrated exceptional enthusiasm, creative thinking, dedication, and commitment to their area of expertise.
Categories:
- 1 Agroecology
- 2 Agri-Genomics
- 3 Plant Pathology
- 4 Entomology
- 5 Agroinformatics
- 6 Agri-Nanotechnology
- 7 Renewable Energy
- 8 Agrochemicals
- 9 Food Science
- 10 Water Management
- 11 Agroforestry Systems
- 12 Horticulture
- 13 Veterinary Science
- 14 Agricultural Economics
- 15 Fisheries
- 16 Genetic Engineering
- 17 Post-Harvest Technology
- 18 Environmental Science
- 19 Integrated Farming Systems
- 20 Weed Science
Award Jury Members
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Jury Chair
Dr. Ramesh Chand
Hon'ble Member, NITI Aayog
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Mr. Vijay Paul Sharma
Chairman, Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices (CACP) -
Dr. Ashok Dalwai
Chairman, PM Task Force of DFI -
Mr. Tarun Shridhar
IAS Rtd Member,Central Administrative Tribunal -
Dr. Harsh Kumar Bhanwala
Executive Chairman, Capital India Finance Limited -
Dr. Soumya Swaminathan
Chairperson, MS Swaminathan Research Foundation -
Dr. Purvi Mehta
Deputy Director, Agriculture - Asia, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation -
Dr. Neelam Patel
Senior Advisor (Agriculture & Allied Sectors), NITI Aayog -
Dr. JK Jena
Deputy Director General, Indian Council of Agriculture Research -
Dr. K.C. Ravi
CropLife India -
Dr. Kalyan Goswami
Director General, Agro Chemicals Federation of India -
Dr. Nutan Kaushik
Director General Agriculture, Amity Foundation -
Dr. Rajaram Tripathi
National Convener All India Farmers Alliance -
Mr. MJ Saxena
Advisor, Dabur Foundation -
Dr. MJ Khan
Chairman, Indian Chamber of Food & Agriculture -
Dr. Vibha Dhavan
Director General, The Energy & Resources Institue -
Mr. R S Sodhi
President - Indian Dairy Association -
Mr. TR Kesavan
President, TAFE and Chairman Emeritus, TMA -
Mr. Ajay Rana
President, Federation of Seed Industry of India -
Dr. AK Singh
Director, IARI
MS Swaminathan Global Dialogue on Climate Change and Food Security
7PM - 8 PM | Wednesday 10th, July 2024, Holiday Inn @ Aerocity, New Delhi
The planet is witnessing rapid change in climate in recent years. There are extremes of rains and temperature and change in weather and seasons. As a result, global food security is facing big challenge. Named after the great Indian scientist, Prof. MS Swaminathan, who played pioneering role in saving India from food starvation during late sixties through Green Revolution, this annual session will bring the global experts to deliberate upon the climate change and food security challenge, and draw up a road map to help the Governments, especially in developing and under developed countries to make policies and programs to deal with the challenge and ensure sustainable food and nutrition security.
MS Swaminathan Global Leadership Award for Sustainable Development
Wednesday, 10th July 2024 , Holiday Inn @ Aerocity NewDelhi
Named after the great Indian scientist, Prof. MS Swaminathan, who played pioneering role in saving India from food starvation during late sixties through Green Revolution, which resulted into quantum jump in production, this single award @ INR One Million is annually presented to an outstanding leader, who made globally impacting contribution to the food security and sustainable agriculture development through the work in research, academics, technology, policy, industry or development sectors.
