Harare, Zimbabwe – The Ministry of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water, and Rural Development, in collaboration with the Agricultural Research Council (ARC) and the Zimbabwe Agricultural Society (ZAS), is excited to announce the 2nd Agriculture Research and Extension Symposium, scheduled for 28-30 May 2025. Researchers, academics, extensionists, and private sector players are invited to submit abstracts for oral and poster presentations as well as technology exhibitions.
Under the theme "Transformative Agricultural Technologies Accelerating the Attainment of Vision 2030", the symposium aims to showcase innovative research and technologies that can drive Zimbabwe’s agricultural sector forward. This is a unique opportunity to share your work, collaborate with peers, and contribute to the transformation of agriculture in Zimbabwe.
Thematic Areas for Submission
The symposium will cover a wide range of thematic areas, reflecting the diverse challenges and opportunities in Zimbabwe’s agricultural sector. Abstracts are invited in the following areas:
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Crop Breeding, Agronomy, Seed Systems, and Soil Fertility Management
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Plant Health and Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
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Livestock Nutrition, Animal Breeding, Fisheries, and Aquaculture Resources
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Animal Health and Diagnostics
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Agro-Ecology, Botany, and Germplasm Conservation
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GIS, Remote Sensing, and Climate Modelling
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Farming Systems, Extension Methodologies, and Feedback Mechanisms
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Research, Extension, and Education Policy Environment
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Irrigation Technologies, Soil & Water Conservation, and Farm Mechanization
Submission Guidelines
To participate, please submit an abstract that includes the following:
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Name and contact details (email address and phone number) of the lead author.
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Mode of presentation (oral or poster).
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Thematic area your submission aligns with.
The abstract body should be a single paragraph of no more than 250 words, with 5 keywords, formatted in Times New Roman, font size 12.
Important Dates
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Deadline for abstract submission: 21 April 2025
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Notification of acceptance: 5 May 2025
Why Participate?
The symposium offers a platform to:
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Showcase your research to a diverse audience of researchers, extensionists, policymakers, and private sector players.
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Network with key stakeholders in Zimbabwe’s agricultural sector.
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Contribute to the adoption of transformative technologies that can drive the country towards Vision 2030.
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Gain feedback from farmers, extensionists, and other value-chain actors to refine your research and innovations.
Technology Exhibitions
In addition to oral and poster presentations, participants are encouraged to exhibit their products and technologies at the symposium. This is an excellent opportunity to demonstrate how your innovations can be applied in real-world agricultural settings.
How to Submit
Abstracts should be submitted to
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+263 774 058 811
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+263 774 213 673
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+263 775 140 075
The 2nd Agriculture Research and Extension Symposium is a premier event for sharing knowledge, showcasing innovations, and driving the transformation of Zimbabwe’s agricultural sector. Don’t miss this opportunity to contribute to the country’s journey towards Vision 2030. Submit your abstract and be part of this important conversation.
