CIGR Newsletter No 34
CIGR-SPONSORED ACTIVITIES
All CIGR-sponsored events are now listed in chronological order!
A chronological list of events in the field of agricultural engineering can also be found in our Calendar of Events which can be consulted on CIGR's Web site:
http://wwworg.nlh.no/CIGR/
First Regional Symposium on Hydrology of Tropical Watersheds
The Nigerian Society of Agricultural Engineers, NSAE, organises the 1st Regional Symposium on Hydrology of Tropical Watersheds. This symposium will be held from Sunday, July 28 to Friday, August 2, 1996. The venue is the Niger Room, (CEC), Continuing Education Center of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Nigeria. The programme includes paper presentations, poster presentations, field trips and computer software demonstrations on Tropical Watershed Hydrology.
Sub-themes include:
- Tropical agro-meteorology and rainfall patterns;
- Hydrologic abstractions and water balance;
- Soil loss prediction, sediment transport and erosion control;
- Surface water - ground water hydrology;
- Land use, watershed characteristics and soil-plant-water relationships;
- Instrumentation, GIS and database development;
- Hydrologic processes, chemical transport and water quality modelling;
- Hydrological hazards and legal aspects.
Further information from: Dr CC Mbajiorgu, Secretary of the Organizing Committee of the 1st Regional Symposium on Hydrology of Tropical Watersheds, Dept. of Agricultural Engineering, University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Enugu State, Nigeria.
Second Workshop on Sustainable Land Use Planning
The Second Workshop on Sustainable Land Use Planning with special regard to Central and Eastern European Countries is organized by Gödöllö University of Agricultural Sciences in cooperation with the First Section of the National Committee of CIGR of Hungary. It will be held at Gödöllö University on 4, 5 and 6 September 1996.
The First Workshop was held in Wageningen, The Netherlands in 1992 and dealt with questions of policies, methods, information systems and projects of sustainable land use planning. The objectives of the Second Workshop are to search for acceptable solutions for land use in Eastern European countries under conditions of radical change in their national economies. It is still a generally accepted
opinion that the main function of agriculture is to produce traditional agricultural products, mostly foodstuffs. Before a new investment cycle is started to replace the existing run-down production capacities it is essential to determine a clear orientation for the future functions of agriculture. It is an important question for these countries to adopt the experiences of highly developed countries, to find new farm-ing methods for harmonisation of the agricultural production with nature preservation and environmental control in mind, all this in the framework of sustainability.
Researchers and experts from different countries can contribute to the reorientation of agriculture towards a more sustainable development by discussing their experiences and drawing conclusions which can be implemented in countries in transition.
Main topics include:
1st day:
1. New farming systems for a sustainable agriculture
1.1. The need and requirements for new farming methods, production patterns and technologies.
1.2. Reorientation of agriculture towards a multifunctional agriculture (pluriactivity nature management, non-food use of land and other resources).
1.3. The integration of multiple objectives in land use planning at farm unit level.
1.4. Land reclamation, water management and other
technical aspects of sustainable land use.
2nd day:
2. Impacts of the social and economic transition on the prospects of development of sustainable land use in Central and Eastern Europe
2.1. Contradictions and interactions of social aims and market economy requirements in land use planning.
2.2. The role and effects of changing ownership, farm structure and property rights on land use patterns.
3. Land use in relation to rural development
3.1. Methods of nature preservation and environmental control in predominantly farmed areas.
3.2. Objectives, contradictions and different approaches in rural development in relation to the efficient use of land resources.
3rd day:
Full day study tour
Language : the official language of the workshop is English
Excursion : following the workshop on the third day a full day study tour will be organized in the Hortobagy National Park Region. Details are available in the Second Circular.
The 102nd National Agricultural Exhibition - that will be held in Gödöllö - can be visited optionally during the whole week.
Hotel accommodation will be made available in Budapest (30 km from Gödöllö). Transfer to and from Gödöllö will be organized. Cheap University Hostel accommodation (approx. 20 USD per night for a double room / person) can also be reserved within the Campus.
Participation fee:
Expected participation fee including proceedings, lunch, study tour and social events will be approx. 250 USD per person.
Secretariat: Gödöllö University of Agricultural Sciences
H-2103 Gödöllö, Hungary.
Tel.: +36 28 310 200 - Fax.: +36 28 310 804
E-mail: <TSZALAI@FA.GAU.HU>.
First SEASAE International Conference on Agricultural Engineering, Environment and Development
The Southern and Eastern Africa Society of Agricultural Engineers (SEASAE), the Tanzania Society of Agricultural Engineers (TSAE) and the Kenyan Society of Agricultural Engineers (KSAE) heartily invite you to attend the first Conference on Agricultural Engineering, Environment and Development which will be held in Arusha, Tanzania on 2 - 4 October 1996. This conference will bring together ex-
perienced agricultural, biotechnical and food engineers from around the world. The main aim is to assess the role of bio-engineering in bringing sustainable development and conservation of the environment in SEA countries in particular and Africa in general.
The conference will comprise seven sessions, one for each sub-theme, over the three days. Each session will include a keynote paper plus five short papers. Small groups workshops will be used to arrive at recommendations for action.
Sub-themes are:
- Agricultural land and water resources engineering and management;
- Sustainable mechanization of agricultural production and processing operations;
- Energy production and management for agriculture;
- Agro-industrial systems engineering;
- Storage and packaging of agricultural products in the tropics.
- Agro-environment and agro-waste management;
- Electronics and information technology in agriculture.
The official language of the conference will be English. Bilateral simultaneous translation will be available on request.
Post-conference tours are planned to interesting places such as: Mount Kilimanjaro, Serengeti and Ngorongoro game parks and Masai-Mara game park in Kenya.
The conference will be held at the Arusha International Conference Centre, one of the leading conference centres in East Africa.
Accommodation will be available in a variety of hotels ranging from 40 USD to 80 USD per night.
Fees are as follows:
SEASAE members : 20 USD
Non-members : 100 USD.
Further information can be obtained from:
Dr Nuhu Hatibu, Chairman - Organizing Committee,
P.O.Box 3003, Chuo Kikuu, Morogoro, Tanzania.
Fax.: +255 56 3718 or +255 56 3748.
20th International Conference of Section IV of CIGR
Rural Electrification and Rationalization of the Use of Energy in Agriculture
This conference will be held in Agadir, Morocco on 21-25 April 1997 and is organized by ANAFID (Association Nationale des Améliorations Fonçières, de l'Irrigation et du Drainage) and the 'Institut Agronomique et Vétérinaire Hassan II'.
Themes of the Conference are:
Rural Electrification
- Option: techniques vs. financing;
- Renewable energy and other sources of electricity production;
- Case study;
- Impact of electrification on the rural landscape.
Rationalization of Energy
- Plant production;
- Animal production;
- Environmental awareness;
- Conservation and processing;
- Horticulture.
Languages: French and English with simultaneous translation.
Abstracts and posters (max. one page, in English) before May 30, 1996. Acceptance will be communicated before September 30, 1996. Complete texts before December 30, 1996.
Registration: 300 USD incl. proceedings. Lodging and meals are not included in this price.
Further information can be obtained from:
ANAFID, 20th Conference CIGR IV on Rural Electrification, 2 rue Haroun Errachid, 10101 Agdal, Rabat, Morocco. Fax.: +212 7 670303.
International Symposium on Concrete for a Sustainable Agriculture, agro-, aqua-, and community applications.
This symposium organized by the Norwegian Masonry- and Concrete Center in cooperation with the Norwegian CIGR and supported by Cembureau, BIBM, ERMCO and CIGR will be held in Stavanger, Norway on May 21-24, 1997.
Purpose of the symposium is to bring together experts in the field of agricultural engineering, concrete producers, both precast and cement manufacturers to discuss the latest developments in
- innovative concrete structures for agriculture, horticulture, animal breeding, aquaculture and community waste (water) handling, prompted by changes in environmental standards;
- durability and quality aspects of concrete in such applications in relation to general environmental standards, health, energy and economy.
This is an excellent occasion to meet colleagues and to exchange experiences, solve problems, ask questions, enlarge your field of knowledge and create your own international network.
The symposium will focus on environmental, technical and technological items as well as on product development, market and economy in utilization of concrete in agro-, aqua-, and community applications.
The main subjects will be:
Market issues: market and market potentials, development, products and systems, applications incl. community applications and land based fish breeding.
Product issues: loads, environmental and other strains, damages, performances, material property requirements, design and construction with respect to durability, repair and reconstruction, surface treatment.
Language: English.
Proceedings: The individual papers presented at the symposium will be published in the Proceedings which will be distributed to the participants.
A social programme will be provided for the delegates and accompanying persons.
Time schedule:
For authors:
Abstract submission (max. 500 wds): October 1, 1996;
Paper acceptance: November 1, 1996;
Full paper submission: May 1, 1997.
For participants:
Tentative registration from now on and final announcement for the symposium will be issued on November 1, 1996.
Further information from:
Mur- og Betongsenteret MBS, P.O. Box 53, Blindern,
N-0313 Oslo, Norway.
Tel.: +47 22 96 58 60 Fax.: +47 22 56 42 38.
Ammonia and Odour Control from Animal Production Facilities
This international symposium will be held in The Netherlands. Planned data are October 6-10, 1997.
The aim of the symposium is:
- to discuss the measurement techniques;
- to exchange the results of research programmes;
- to discuss the follow-up in research programmes and commercial products.
Research institutes and emission related industrial companies are invited to present results in oral and poster sessions.
The conference language is English.
Call for papers:
Preliminary registration: March 1, 1996;
Abstracts in English (max. 3 pp.): August 1, 1996;
Acceptance of papers: December 1, 1996;
Full papers: March 1, 1997.
The proceedings will be available at the symposium.
Scientific programme
The following topics will be discussed:
- Environmental issues of emissions;
- Theoretical approach of emissions;
- Quantification and recording of emissions: odour, ammonia, methane;
- Odour masking techniques;
- Biofiltering/air scrubbing;
- Social and psychological issues;
- Human health aspects;
- New designs to prevent emissions;
- Economical solutions for emission reduction on farms.
General correspondence:
Ammonia and Odour Control Symposium '97, P.O.Box 83, 5240 AB Rosmalen, The Netherlands.
Fax.: +31 73 521 8214
E-mail: <cigr.symposium97@pv.agro.nl>
Joint International Conference on Agricultural Engineering: Agricultural Engineering for Sustainable Development
This conference will be held in Dhaka, Bangladesh on 15-18 December 1997.
Organizing and participating countries are: Canada, China, Egypt, Ghana, India, Japan, Jordan, Kenya, Korea(s), Lebanon, Philippines, Papua New Guinea, Sierra Leone, Turkey, Thailand, Tanzania, United Kingdom, USA, United Arab Emirate, Vietnam and Bangladesh (host).
Papers and posters are invited on the following topics:
- Power, machinery and farm mechanization;
- Irrigation, flood control, water resources and management;
- Soil and water;
- Post-harvest technology;
- Advances in food processing and engineering;
- Fruits, vegetables production, handling, processing, packaging;
- Physical and chemical properties of bio-materials;
- Advances in agricultural waste management technologies;
- Greenhouse engineering and agro-chemical technology;
- Electronic and software technology;
- Automation and control technology;
- Modelling with finite elements;
- Research planning, management, evaluation and technology transfer;
- Sustainable agricultural systems and modelling;
- Weather and environment technology;
- Appropriate agricultural technology;
- Bio, solar, wind, renewable energy and technology.
Anyone involved in agriculture and food, directly or indirectly may submit a paper. Last date of submission of abstract (in English, 200-300 words): December 1, 1996.
Final paper ready by September 30, 1997.
Send abstract by mail, fax or e-mail to one of the following:
- Prof J Gerrish, Agric. Engng. Dept., Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI-48824, USA.
Fax.: +1 517 353 8982
E-mail: <gerrish@egr.msu.edu> - Prof AE Ghaly, Techn. Univ. of Nova Scotia, P.O.Box 1000, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada B3J 2X4.
Fax.: +1 902 420 7551
E-mail: <aeghaly@tuns.ca> - Dr MA Mazed, Bangladesh Agric. Res. Inst.,
Joydevpur, Gazipur 1701, GPO Box 2235, Bangladesh.
Fax.: 880 2 813032.
Inquiries about registration, sessions, abstracts, programmes, accommodation, travel and visa please contact: Dr H Chowdhury, Conference Convenor, Agric. Engng. Dept., Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI-48824, USA.
Tel.: +1 517 353 3883 Fax.: +1 517 353 8982
E-mail: <chowdhu2@pilot.msu.edu>
Registration fee for developed countries is USD 150, for South Asian (SAARC) and all developing countries USD 75 and for host country USD 15. Luxury Class package USD 240 and First Class package USD 120. The package deals include 4 days of accommodation, meals, airport service, technical tours, industry visit and cultural show. Additional days can be arranged upon advance request. All international participants are required to confirm preregistration and package deals at the time of abstract submission. Bank draft drawn in USD must be payable to International Ag Engineering Conference 1997 and sent directly to Prof Shah M Farouk, Chairman Org. Ctee., Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh 2202, Bangladesh by May 30, 1997.
ASAE INTERNATIONAL MEETINGS IN 1996
Jun. 12-15, Computers in Agriculture. Marriott, Cancun, Mexico.
Jul. 13-18, ASAE Annual International Meeting. Convention Centre, Phoenix, Arizona.
Sep. 15-18, Liquid Fuels/Alternate Products Conference. Opryland Hotel, Nashville, Tennessee.
Nov. 3-6, Evapotranspiration and Irrigation Scheduling. Convention Centre, San Antonio, Texas.
More info can be obtained from:
ASAE, 2950 Niles Road, St.-Joseph, MI 49085-9659, USA. Phone: +1 616 429 0300 Fax: +1 616 429 3852
E-mail: <hq@asae.org>
EurAgEng INTERNATIONAL MEETINGS
AgEng '96 - International Conference on Agricultural Engineering
This conference will be held at the Polytechnic University of Madrid, Spain on 23-26 September 1996. The language of the conference is English. The conference will deal with the latest developments and future directions in agricultural engineering research in Europe and the rest of the world.
Further information:
Prof Jaime Ortiz-Canavate, ETS Ingenieros Agronomos, Ciudad Universitaria, 28040 Madrid, Spain.
Tel.: +34 1 336 58 52 Fax.: +34 1 336 58 45.
Workshop on The Use of Water in Sustainable Agriculture. A Commitment to Development and Environmental Protection (with special regard to semi-arid areas)
This workshop is conceived to think over the water management as the most important challenge that agricultural scientists and technicians have to face at the beginning of next century. It will take place in the Advanced Technical School of Agricultural Engineering, Albacete, Spain on 2-4 June 1997.
The following topics are selected:
1. Water as a limiting factor for development (in the beginning of the XXIst century)
1.1. Irrigation and economic development;
1.2. Social aspects of irrigation;
1.3. Markets for water.
2. Environmental impact of irrigation
2.1. Scarcity problems. Integrated use of water resources;
2.2. Global climate change and irrigation;
2.3. Quality problems. The use of saline water and waste-water;
2.4. Other environmental effects. Water contamination, soil degradation, effects on animals and vegetation, etc.
3. Water management in sustainable agriculture
3.1. Efficient use of water;
3.2. Irrigation management under scarcity conditions;
3.3. Technological efforts in designing and managing drainage zones;
3.4. Modernization and rehabilitation of irrigation and drainage systems.
On June 4, a full day study tour will be organized to irrigation zones of Albacete.
Expected participation fee, including proceedings, lunch, study tour and social events will be approx. 250 USD per person.
Participants are kindly invited to submit a two-pages summary in any of the above indicated topics not later than 30 September 1996.
Secretariat: Attention Ms. C. Fabeiro, Escuela Técnica Superior de Ingenieros Agronomos, Campus Universitario, 02071 Albacete, Spain.
Fax.: +34 67 509479 or +34 67 236677.
AGENG OSLO'98
International Conference on Agricultural Engineering.
A jointly organized conference of EurAgEng, the Agricultural University of Norway and CIGR.
This event is scheduled for 25-29 August 1998 in Oslo, Norway.
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