ISSCT Management Workshop
Anticipating actions and innovation for the sugarcane agroindustry sustainability
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Why Attend this Workshop?
The Management Commission Workshop will take place during the XXXII International Society of Sugar Cane Technologists Congress that will be held in Cali – Colombia from August 22 to 31, 2025.
Participants are invited to prepare abstracts related to the theme and topics of the Workshop. See here for the Intent to Submit Abstract document.
The Workshop will provide an opportunity for a discussion on topics that involve the future of the labor market and how to anticipate the skills of work, as well as a panel discussion of actions for resilient sugarcane under the challenges of extreme weather and climate change. Understanding the future of sugar consumption, and how to promote balanced lifestyles to educate the public and policy decision-makers.
Session topics
The labor market, anticipating the skills of work
Call for actions for a resilient sugarcane industry
Innovation for sustainability and economic impact
Strategies to promote balanced lifestyles
Key date
| First announcement. Call for abstract submission and pre-registration | August 1, 2024 |
| Deadline for submitting paper titles and summaries to the Editor | September 30, 2024 |
| Deadline for the final submission of abstracts to the Editor | December 31, 2024 |
| Pre-congress (Pereira-Cali) | August 22 – 23, 2025. |
| Centennial Congress (Cali) | August 24 – 28, 2025. |
| Post-congress (Cartagena) | August 30 – 31, 2025. |
Workshop Contact information:
- Freddy Garcés [email protected]
- Michelle Binedell [email protected]
- Jane Trindall [email protected]
- Satish Purmessur [email protected]
- Kamla Pillay [email protected]
The workshop registration fee is included in the ISSCT Congress.
About Colombian Sugarcane Industry
The joint ISSCT Management Workshop will be held at Cali, Colombia. It will be hosted by Cenicaña and Tecnicaña. In addition to being the epicenter of the most productive sugarcane agribusiness in the world and with nearly 240,000 hectares under cultivation, the Cauca River Valley is also a very popular tourist destination (https://colombia.travel/en/cali). Cali, the capital of the Valle del Cauca department, is famous for the salsa, the Cali fair and the joy and hospitality of its people. In addition, it houses a variety of shopping malls, hotels, restaurants and much more.
CENICAÑA (www.cenicana.org) is the research centre of Colombian sugarcane agribusiness and is responsible for producing new disease resistant varieties with higher yields, in addition to conducting research and development in agronomy, factory processes and the extension of best management practices.
The Colombian Association of Sugar Cane Technicians TECNICAÑA (www.tecnicana.org) is a technical and non-profit Institution. Created in October 1977 with the main objective of promoting technology, participation and development of professionals and technicians, on issues related to the cultivation of sugar cane and its derived industries.
Tourist Information
Cali, known as the “World Capital of Salsa” and the third largest city in Colombia, is a vibrant and lively tourist destination that offers a wide range of unique experiences, sounds, and flavors. Tasting the region’s typical dishes is a must for any visitor. Cali’s food is a delicious blend of flavors that combines local ingredients with influences from the Pacific coast and the region’s Afro-Colombian heritage, creating a unique gastronomic experience that is full of flavor. Strolling the colorful neighborhoods of Cali’s historic old town and amidst the warm hospitality of the ‘Caleño’ people, you will get to know the city’s rich musical heritage. Cali offers a unique experience where Afro-Colombian instruments and rhythms from the Pacific coast are celebrated alongside its famed salsa and traditional indigenous sounds to create all sorts of upbeat and creative musical fusions.
For more information please visit: Colombia Travel https://colombia.travel/en/cali
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- Freddy Garcés [email protected]
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