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Biosecurity in a global context
This conference will explore the latest developments in forest biosecurity. Speakers will discuss issues relating to the exclusion, eradication or effective management of pests to protect the diverse benefits offered by forests worldwide.
Incorporating:
- 6th International Forest Vegetation Management Conference.
- Workshop on managing the biosecurity threats to forests in a changing global environment.
- Working parties of IUFRO division 1 (silviculture), division 7 (forest health) and division 8 (Environment)
Register here The full cost of registration is NZ$880+GST (12.5%)
Day rates for registration are available.
"Rapidly growing numbers of pests and pathogens are appearing in forests and forest plantations worldwide. New trends are emerging relating to the origin of these pests and pathogens and there is a great need for those of us interested in forest biosecurity to share knowledge and experience."
The conference will be fundamental in driving this process and I have no doubt that it will have a substantial impact on the way in which we deal with the subject for many years to come."
Dr Mike Wingfield - Director of the Forestry and Agricultural Biotechnology Institute (FABI) South Africa.
Programme
Biosecurity in a global context
The IUFRO International Biosecurity Conference 2009, provides a forum for forest entomologists, pathologists and vegetation management scientists, forest managers and policy makers to share knowledge, create networks and promote international actions.
Join us in exploring key questions such as:
- How do we model the impacts of weeds, insects and diseases on forest productivity?
- How do we define pests of the future and model likelihood of their establishment?
- How do we stop pests moving around the world?
- Can we manage vegetation without herbicides?
- Can we manage quarantine pests without fumigants like methyl bromide?
- Are diverse forests more resistant to pest impacts?
- What are the best techniques for eradicating pests?
Programme Overview:
Sunday evening:
Registration opens.
Monday:
Morning
· Registration & Opening
· 1st plenary
Afternoon
· Concurrent sessions on pest risk analysis, quarantine and vegetation management
Evening
· Poster session and icebreaker
Tuesday:
All day workshop
· Integrating biosecurity research and science into policy and regulation featuring international keynote speakers (see speaker profiles).
Evening
· Committee meetings
Wednesday:
Field Trip to Port of Tauranga via forestry sites
Thursday:
Morning
· 2nd plenary
Afternoon
· Concurrent sessions on surveillance; pest risk analysis; diagnostics; pest and disease management, and; vegetation management.
· Poster session
Evening
· Conference dinner
Friday:
Morning
· 3rd plenary on factors influencing ecosystem resistance and resilience
· Closing
Finish at midday
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