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Directors' Message
“Conference Theme: Innovations, Sustainability, and Value Chain–Driven Business Strategies Shaping the Future of Agribusiness”
It gives me great pleasure to invite you to the International Conference on AgriTech & Plantation 5.0, to be held from 25th to 26th September 2026 at IIPM Bengaluru.
IIPM Bengaluru, a premier and autonomous institute in agribusiness and plantation management, is proud to host this international conference to address critical issues in the agribusiness and plantation sectors through the exchange of research insights, innovation practices, and industry experiences.
As part of the conference programme, a pre-conference session will be conducted, which will include the inaugural session and technical sessions on the lead topic of each track.
The conference invites leading academic scientists, researchers, faculty, and research scholars from around the world, representing diverse disciplines, to share their experiences, research findings, and innovative solutions on key aspects of technological innovation, sustainability, and value chain transformation in agribusiness and plantations.
We look forward to your active participation in this landmark event.
About the conference
The agribusiness and plantations sector is experiencing rapid transformation driven by technological advancements, sustainability pressures, and evolving market demands, impacting everything from farming practices to supply chains.
AgriTech & Plantation 5.0 integrates AI, IoT, automation, and financial innovations with climate-resilient, regenerative, and value-chain driven business strategies. Therefore, this conference addresses the key drivers of such transformation as technological innovation, sustainability imperatives, and evolving market trends.
Important Dates
- Submission Opens : Early September 2025
- Abstract Submission Closes : 31 March 2026
- Abstract Acceptance notification : 05 April 2026
- Full Paper Submission Closes : 20 April 2026
- Submission to Journal Closes : 01 May 2026
- Early bird Registration Closes : 18 September 2026
Submission Tracks
The conference welcomes original research papers, case studies, and extended abstracts on a wide range of topics related to agribusiness, plantations, sustainability, innovation, and market transformation. Submissions may address, but are not limited to, the following tracks:
Key Focus Areas & Conference Tracks
Track 1:
Sustainability in Agribusiness and Plantation
- Precision Farming
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML)
- Internet of Things (IoT)
- Robotics and Automation
- Blockchain
- Water Conservation Management
- Sustainability Imperatives
- Climate Change and Resilience
- Resource Management
- Environmental Protection
- ✓ Bio-innovation
- Soil Health Management
- Financial Inclusion
Track 2:
Innovations in Agribusiness Value Chains
- Key Stakeholders: Farmers, Aggregators, Processors, Logistics Providers, Warehousing Companies, Farmer-Producer Organizations (FPOs), NGOs, Fintech Companies
- Value Chain Transformation
- High-Value Food Markets
- Collaboration Among Value Chain Partners
- Leveraging Technology for Efficiency
- Traceability and Transparency
- Global Value Chains
- E-commerce and Digital Platforms
Track 3:
Evolving Agri-Food Markets
- Consumer Demand
- Trends in Buyers’ Consumption Patterns
- Global Competition
- Market Access
- Food Safety
- Quality Assessment for Export & Domestic Markets
- Food Loss
- Food Waste
Track 4:
Emerging Agribusiness Model and Market Transformation
- Global Consumers
- Sustainable Business Models
- E-commerce Platforms
- Agri Trade and Exports
- Tariff Policies
- Trade Wars and Policy Shocks
- Agribusiness Entrepreneurs
- Healthy Foods
- Sustainability Certifications: Fair Trade, Organic Products
- Labelling and Branding
Publication Opportunity
The conference has collaborated with the editors of the British Food Journal (ABDC–B, Scopus indexed) to invite authors of high-quality papers that fall within the journal’s scope. Selected authors will be encouraged to submit their manuscripts for consideration, and the editorial team will give such submissions expedited review.
The conference is organized in collaboration with the Association of Management Development Institutions in South Asia (AMDISA), a leading body promoting management education and research. Authors of high-quality papers will have the opportunity to submit their work to South Asian Journal of Management (SAJM) (ABDC–C indexed).
The remaining quality-assured papers from the conference will be published in the International Journal of Agribusiness and Plantation Management (IJAPM), the institute’s peer-reviewed journal, as part of the conference proceedings.
Mode of Conference
The conference is proposed to be held at the IIPMB campus. International participants may present their paper through video conference
Guidelines for Submission
- Complete, unpublished papers must be submitted online.
- Manuscripts should be anonymized, removing author names, affiliations, acknowledgments, self-citations, and any identifying URLs. The paper should begin with the title, abstract, keywords, followed by the main text.
- Papers with plagiarism above 20% will be rejected.
- Authors of accepted papers may be invited to act as discussants for other presentations.
- The main files should not include the author’s name.
Paper Formatting Guidelines
- The manuscript should be formatted using Times New Roman 12-point font and 1.5 line spacing.
- References may be formatted with single spacing. Kindly ensure that each page of the manuscript is numbered.
Conference Fees and Registration
| Delegate Category | Early Bird Registration (₹) | On Spot (₹) | Bank Payment Details |
| Research Scholars & Students | 1,500 | 2,500 |
Beneficiary: Indian
Institute of Plantation
Management Branch: IIPM Campus Branch, Bangalore A/C No: 1586050000611 IFSC Code: PUNB0158620 (Fifth character “0” read as Zero) Swift Code: PNBINBBPHM MICR No: 560024073 |
| Academicians & Independent Research Scholars | 2,500 | 3,500 | |
| Industry Professionals & Policy Makers | 3,500 | 4,500 | |
| Accompanying Persons | 1,000 | 2,000 | |
| *International Participants | $200 | $250 |
*Accommodation may be arranged on campus on a sharing basis/single occupancy basis, based on the availability of the Institute's Guest House/Hostels, on a payment and first come-first serve basis. Other accommodation options listed next:
Accomodation options near IIPMB:
(Delegates are requested to contact the respective hotel directly for bookings)
| Hotel Name | Approx Cost / day - excl food charges & taxes (₹) |
| Sri Nandi Comforts | 3000 (All AC double-bed rooms) |
| MySpace Dhruva Inn | 3000 (Twin bed Non-AC); 2600 (Double bed Non-AC) |
| Hotel Vijaya Grand | 2000 (AC double bed); 1800 (Non-AC double bed) |
| Hotel Champion Grand | 1800 (AC double-bed); 1600 (Non-AC double bed) |
| Hotel Spice Gardens | 2000 (Non-AC double bed) |
Conference Organizing Committee
Patron:
Dr. S Senthil Vinayagam
Director, IIPM Bengaluru
Core Committee
Dr, Shreya Pal
Assistant Professor
Convenor
shreyapal@iipmb.edu.in
Dr. Parvathi Jayaprakash
Assistant Professor
Co-Convenor
parvathi.j@iipmb.edu.in
For More Information about the Conference, Please Contact: conference@iipmb.edu.in
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