The global agricultural sector stands at a decisive crossroads. While the first Green Revolution successfully addressed hunger and food
insecurity, its long-term dependence on chemical-intensive practices has led to soil degradation, ecological imbalance, climate
vulnerability, escalating production costs, and growing concerns related to food safety and human health. The need of the hour is a
fundamentally different pathway - the Second Green Revolution,
one that is biology-led, soil-centric, climate-resilient, farmerprofitable, and health-oriented. This transition must move beyond
yield maximization towards system regeneration, restoring soil
biology, enhancing resilience, and ensuring long-term sustainability.
The 9th Asian PGPR International Conference – 2026 is envisioned as a global platform to place Plant Growth Promoting Rhizobacteria
(PGPR) and BioAg inputs at the heart of this transformation. The Conference will bring together scientists, researchers, policy
makers, industry leaders, entrepreneurs, extension professionals, and farmers to accelerate the translation of cutting-edge microbial
science into scalable, field-ready agricultural solutions. By fostering interdisciplinary dialogue and collaboration, the Conference aims to
address critical challenges such as declining soil organic carbon, reduced nutrient-use efficiency, climate extremes, environmental
pollution, and public health concerns—while maintaining productivity and profitability. Participants will engage with
innovative BioAg inputs that support climate-resilient agriculture sustainable food systems, and environmental regeneration.
We warmly welcome you to Goa, India, to be part of this global dialogue shaping the future of sustainable and resilient agriculture.
Prof. M.S. Reddy
Founder & Chairman
Asian PGPR Society for Sustainable Agriculture
Professor
Auburn University, USA
Global Advocate for
Sustainable BioAg Solutions
Dear Colleagues, Friends and Global Partners,
It gives me immense pleasure to invite you to the 9th Asian PGPR International Conference, to be held in Goa, India, from 23–25 October 2026, under the inspiring theme “BioAg Inputs (Biosolutions) for the Second Green Revolution.”
Since our humble beginning in Hyderabad, India, in 2009, the Asian PGPR Society has proudly organized a continuous series of international conferences across China, Philippines, Vietnam, Indonesia, Uzbekistan, Malaysia, and Taiwan — building a strong scientific bridge across Asia and the global BioAg community. Following the grand success of the Maha Kisan Mela 2025 and the powerful voices of our Annadatas (farmers), we felt a renewed global responsibility to address the scientific, policy, and field-level challenges raised during the Mela and strengthen the mission of the Second Green Revolution.
The overwhelming response from farmers, scientists, and industry leaders has placed upon us a tremendous responsibility to accelerate a biology-driven, soil-centric, climate-resilient, and farmer-profitable agricultural transformation. We therefore invite global leaders and innovators from around the world to join this collective movement.
Aligned with the visionary leadership of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and India Vision 2047, this conference will integrate BioAg innovations, digital agriculture, organic and natural farming systems, and regenerative technologies to support a healthier planet and humanity — “Make the World Healthy Again.”
Beyond academic excellence, I warmly invite you to experience the cultural heritage, breathtaking landscapes, vibrant traditions, and rich culinary flavors of Goa. Let us come together to deliberate, collaborate, and act for the future of sustainable agriculture.
I look forward to welcoming you personally to Goa.
With warm regards,
Prof. M. S. Reddy
The Asian PGPR Society for Sustainable Agriculture is a globally respected, non-profit, science-driven platform dedicated to advancing plant–microbe innovations, sustainable agriculture, and farmer empowerment. Founded in 2009, the Society has played a pioneering role in strengthening the scientific, technological, and field-level foundations of Plant Growth-Promoting Rhizobacteria (PGPR) and allied BioAg solutions across diverse agroecological regions. From its first international conference in Hyderabad, India, the Society has successfully convened a continuous series of major international conferences across China, the Philippines, Vietnam, Indonesia, Uzbekistan, Malaysia, and Taiwan, creating a strong scientific bridge across Asia and the global BioAg community. These forums have become powerful platforms for policy dialogue, technology exchange, industry partnerships, and farmer-focused innovation.
The Society functions as a neutral, inclusive, and interdisciplinary platform, integrating research excellence with real-world agricultural impact while supporting the global transition toward biology-led, soil-centric, climate-resilient, and sustainable food systems. Today, the Asian PGPR Society for Sustainable Agriculture has 2,000+ Life Members from across the globe, with rapidly expanding national chapters in multiple Asian countries and strong global representation from Universities, Research Institutes, Industry leaders, Policy makers, NGOs, and Farmer Organizations.
The Society has signed MoUs with leading Scientific Societies, Agricultural Universities, Government Institutions, Industry partners, and International Organizations worldwide, strengthening collaborative research, capacity building, commercialization pathways, and policy engagement. More than a scientific association, the Asian PGPR Society is a global force for change—actively working to influence regulations, reform agricultural policies, and accelerate the adoption of BioAg Inputs (Biosolutions), including PGPR, biostimulants, microbial consortia, and plant microbiome technologies. Our mission is to position these biological solutions at the core of the Second Green Revolution, supporting food security, climate resilience, farmer profitability, and human health.
The Asian PGPR Society for Sustainable Agriculture remains committed to shaping a future where biology becomes the foundation of sustainable farming systems worldwide.
Goa University was established under the Goa University Act of 1984 (Act No. 7 of 1984) and commenced operations on 1 June 1985. Over the years, the University has steadily expanded its academic reach and institutional framework, emerging as one of the leading higher education institutions in the region.
Today, the University has a strong network of nearly 70 affiliated colleges offering both professional and general education programmes. The academic structure of the University includes ten interdisciplinary Schools, formed through the amalgamation of traditional departments to encourage collaboration and enable the organic development of new and emerging academic programs.
These Schools offer a wide range of academic programs across multiple disciplines, including 3 Undergraduate Degree programs, 44 Master’s Degree programs, 28 Ph.D. programs, along with several certificate and diploma courses. Through these diverse programs, the University promotes advanced learning, research excellence, and professional development across science, technology, social sciences, and humanities.
Over the years, Goa University has made a significant impact at the national level in several areas of specialization and research. Its academic environment attracts students from across India in selected disciplines, fostering a vibrant intellectual community that encourages innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and global academic engagement.
The Goa College of Agriculture, inaugurated by the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Goa, Dr. Pramod Sawant on 27 September 2022, is the first Government Agriculture College in the state of Goa, affiliated with Goa University and established under the Government of Goa. Offering the professional B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture program, the College has been created as a Center of Excellence to nurture the next generation of agricultural scientists, entrepreneurs, and extension professionals — not only from Goa, but from across India and abroad.
The campus is spread across 40+ acres of vibrant academic and research infrastructure, including:
The College strongly emphasizes experiential learning and hands-on training through innovative units and field-based programs, including:
The institution is actively engaged in scientific research, farmers training, technology demonstrations and extension activities, making it a dynamic platform where education meets real-world agricultural challenges. As a co-organizing partner of the 9th Asian PGPR International Conference, the Goa College of Agriculture offers an ideal academic and field-based environment for International delegates to witness BioAg innovations in action while enjoying the cultural richness and natural beauty of Goa.
We warmly welcome you to experience learning, innovation, and collaboration at this emerging center of agricultural excellence.
Fundamental and applied research on plant–microbe interactions, rhizosphere ecology, microbiome engineering, and mechanisms through which beneficial microbes enhance crop growth, nutrient efficiency, stress tolerance, and disease suppression.
Development, validation, and field deployment of BioAg Inputs, including microbial inoculants, biofertilizers, biopesticides, biostimulants, and microbiome-based products as sustainable alternatives to chemical-intensive inputs.
BioAg - enabled strategies for improving soil organic carbon, water-use efficiency, biodiversity, and resilience to climate extremes, while restoring ecosystem functions and ensuring long-term farm sustainability.
Biology - driven INM and IPM approaches that integrate BioAg Inputs with precision agriculture and good agronomic practices to achieve sustainable intensification with reduced environmental footprints.
Linkages between soil health, crop health, human nutrition, food safety, and environmental well-being, emphasizing BioAg Inputs as key enablers of safer, healthier, and more nutritious food systems.
Policy frameworks, regulatory harmonization, quality assurance, standards, intellectual property, and commercialization pathways to ensure credibility, farmer trust, and scalable adoption of BioAg technologies.
| Participant Category | Early Bird Registration | Regular Registration | ||
| Asian PGPR Members | Non-Asian PGPR Members | Asian PGPR Members | Non-Asian PGPR Members | |
| Foreign Delegates | ||||
| International Delegate | $ 200 | $ 250 | $ 300 | $ 350 |
| International Student | $ 100 | $ 150 | $ 150 | $ 200 |
| Indian Delegates | ||||
| Indian Delegate | ₹ 6,000/- | ₹ 8,500/- | ₹ 8,000/- | ₹ 10,500/- |
| Indian Student | ₹ 2,000/- | ₹ 3,000/- | ₹ 2,500/- | ₹ 3,500/- |
| Farmer Delegate | ₹ 2,000/- | |||
| Industry Delegate | ₹ 25,000/- | |||
Registration fees do not include payment gateway charges.
Additional charges vary based on your payment method and are to be borne by the participant.
The Asian PGPR Society for Sustainable Agriculture invites nominations for its prestigious
Awards and Fellowships, recognizing outstanding contributions to PGPR science, BioAg innovations,
and dedicated service to the Society. These honors are conferred upon current Life Members of the Asian
PGPR Society who have demonstrated excellence in research, education, industry, policy, extension,
entrepreneurship, and international collaboration.
The Awards Program is a major highlight of the Asian PGPR International Conference, celebrating
individuals whose work has significantly advanced the mission of the Society and the global BioAg community.
The Society also encourages emerging leaders and innovative research in PGPR and BioAg product development,
supported in part through industry-sponsored initiatives.
Nominees must be current Life Members of the Asian PGPR Society.
Nominees must also be registered delegates of the International Conference.
Each Life Member may nominate one candidate per award category.
All nomination packets must be submitted by
15 August 2026.
Send nominations to:
Shri Pusapati Ashok Gajapathi Raju
He-Ex Governor, Govt. of Goa
Dr. Pramod Sawant
Honourable Chief Minister, Govt. of Goa
Dr. Mangi Lal Jat
Director General, ICAR & Secretary, DARE, New Delhi
Prof. Harilal B. Menon
Vice-Chancellor, University of Goa
Dr. R. Viswanathan
President, Indian Phytopathological Society, New Delhi
Dr. Suresh Kunkalikar
Principal and Dean, Faculty of Agriculture, Veterinary, Fisheries and Allied Sciences, College of Agriculture, Goa
Dr. Mahesh Patil
Managing Director, NV Eco Agri. Tourism Pvt. Ltd., Goa
Prof. Shamarao Jahagirdar
President (India Chapter)
Dr. Krishna Sundari
Executive Vice President
Mr. Manoj Kumar Rupa
Vice President
Dr. Sushil Kumar Sharma
Vice President
Dr. Pranab Dutta
Vice President
Dr. Gurudat M. Hegde
Secretary General
Dr. C.V.S. Bhaskar
Joint Secretary
Dr. Hari K. Sudini
Treasurer
Dr. Amrutha Valli Audipudi
Ex-Officio Member
Mr. Lakshmikanth Pothireddy
Farmer Ambassador
Dr. Rajeshwari R
Executive Member & Co-ordinator
Dr. Jagadeesh Gupta Kapugatti
Executive Member
Dr. Manjunath G
Executive Member
Dr. C. Dileep
Executive Member
Dr. Alagappan Gandhi
Executive Member
Dr. R. Balu
Executive Member
Prof. Prasanth Singh
Executive Member
Dr. Nidhi Didwani
Executive Member
Dr. Popy Bora
Executive Member
Dr. Hiren K Patil
Executive Member
Dr. Kiran Kour
Executive Member
Dr. Kolla Sreedevi
Executive Member
Dr. Prashant Singh
Executive Member
Mr. Modugula Prasad Reddy
Progressive Farmerr
Prof. Dilantha Fernando, Canada
Dr. Srinivasan Ramasamy, Taiwan
Prof. Jean W. G. (John) Yong, The Netherlands
Dr. Su-San Chang, Taiwan
Prof. Tongmin Sa, South Korea
Prof. Lian-Sheng Zang, China
Dr. Aundy Kumar, India
Dr. Sundaram Seshadri, India
Prof. Naveen Arora, India
Dr. S. Desai, India
Mr. Teja Pabbathi, India
Dr. Rajeev Varshney, Australia
Dr. Luh Suriani, Indonesia
Dr. Ravindra C. Joshi, Philippines
Dr. A. Gafur, Indonesia
Dr. Prashant Singh, India
Prof. Hameeda Be, India
Dr. Vedulla Madhavi, India
Prof. B. Vidya Sagar, India
Prof. S. Triveni, India
Mr. Raju Tadgiri, USA
Dr. Mo Xian Chen, China
Dr. Ponnumurugan, India
Dr. Rishi Prasad, USA
Dr. Noshin Ilyas, Pakistan
Dr. Sarjiya Antonius, Indonesia
Dr. Dilfuza Egamberdieva, Uzbekistan
Prof. Mui-Yun Wong, Malaysia
Dr. Denver Walitang, Philippines
Prof. Mitsuru Osaki, Japan
Prof. T. Simarmata, Indonesia
Dr. Balakrishna Prithiviraj, Canada
Dr. Irina Smirnova, Kazakhstan
Mr. C. S. Liew, Singapore
Dr. V. Chebotar, Russia
Dr. Burak Alaylar, Turkey
Dr. Appa Rao Podile, India
Dr. L. M. Suresh, Kenya
Dr. Vijay Kumar Gupta, UK
Prof. Md. Al-Deghairi, Saudi Arabia
Dr. Chandrika Dissanayake, Sri Lanka
Prof. Tanzima Yeasmin, Bangladesh
Mr. Maksud Saidov, Uzbekistan
Dr. Prem Warrior, USA
Mr. Abubakar Usman Gotomo, Nigeria
Dr. Humaira Yasmin, Pakistan
Dr. Enrique Monte, Spain
Dr. Hesham EL-Enshasy, Malaysia
Dr. Riyad Sayyed, Oman
Dr. Neeru Sood, Dubai
Dr. Jayaraj Jayaraman, Trinidad and Tobago
Mr. Nitin Nayee, Norway
Prof. Nguyen Bao Quoc, Vietnam
Mr. Roger Plana, Spain
Dr. Rodrigo Gutiérrez, Chile
Dr. Michael Slota, Poland
Dr. Punya Prasad Regmi, Nepal
Prof. Sunil Mundra, UAE
Dr. Da-wen Sun, Ireland
Dr. K. R. K. Reddy, India
Dr. Jagadish Gupta Kapuganti, India
October is one of the most beautiful and pleasant months in Goa. The monsoon has just withdrawn,
leaving behind lush green landscapes, clear skies, and a refreshing atmosphere. The weather is warm
but comfortable, with lower humidity, making it ideal for both conference participation and family travel.
This is the start of Goa’s tourist season—when popular beaches such as Baga, Anjuna, Calangute, and Miramar
begin to come alive, yet remain uncrowded and relaxed. The calm sea, golden sunsets, and clean beaches
provide a perfect backdrop for relaxation after conference sessions.
October also offers a rich blend of culture and heritage. With festivals like Diwali, the state glows
with lights, music, and traditional celebrations, giving international delegates a unique opportunity
to experience India’s cultural diversity. Goa’s historic churches, temples, Portuguese-era architecture,
spice plantations, and heritage villages add depth and charm to every visit. As beach shacks, cafés, and
nightlife reopen, delegates and their families can enjoy authentic Goan cuisine, fresh seafood, vibrant music,
and warm hospitality—all without the peak-season crowds.
In short, October in Goa offers the perfect balance of learning, networking, relaxation, culture, and
family enjoyment, making your visit for the 9th Asian PGPR International Conference truly memorable.
📌 For Conference Participants:
• Direct booking only • Pick-up/drop available from these hotels
📍 Vivanta, Panaji, Goa
St. Anne's Junction, off Dayanand Bandodkar Marg
Santa Inez, Panaji, Goa 403001
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