ISTA Workshop on Imaging in Seed Quality Assurance
ISTA Advanced Technologies Technical Committee and Massey University, are looking forward to hosting you at the Workshop on Imaging in Seed Quality Assurance to be held in Palmerston North, New Zealand
| Date | 27.11.2023 - 29.11.2023 |
| Location | Massey University, Palmerston North |
| Country | New Zealand |
| Registration |
Information
Aim of the workshop
The overall aim of this workshop is that participants learn about and practice the use of imaging technologies for seed evaluation. During training sessions and workshop discussions participants will acquire insights into the potential of and limitations to the use of these new methods in seed evaluation and seed testing.
Workshop content
Participants will acquire theoretical and hands-on experience with different imaging technologies, such a RGB imaging, multi- and hyperspectral imaging and X-ray imaging used to evaluate seeds, seed surface characteristics, chemical properties etc.
The language will be English – no translation
Access the Workshop's Preliminary Programme here.
Location
Massey University, Palmerston North, New Zealand
Workshop Organiser
| ISTA Secretariat | Andreea-Nicoleta Pinar Email: andreea.pinar@ista.ch |
Local Organiser
|
Massey University - School of Agriculture and Environment
|
Sunmeet Bhatia |
Lecturers
| Bert van Duijn |
ISTA Advanced Technologies Committee Chair Leiden University/Fytagoras, The Netherlands |
| Craig R. McGill | Massey University, New Zealand |
| Henry Bruggink |
ISTA Advanced Technologies Committee Member INCOTEC Holding BV, Enkhuizen, The Netherlands |
| Ganesh Kumar |
ISTA Advanced Technologies Committee Member Bayer - Crop Science, Saint Louis, USA |
| Sunmeet Bhatia |
ISTA Advanced Technologies Committee Member Massey University, New Zealand |
| Kioumars Ghamkhar |
AgResearch Ltd, New Zealand |
Participation Fee
| ISTA Members | 600 EUR |
| ISTA Non-Members | 900 EUR |
The participation fee includes all literature and supporting material for the workshop, lunches, coffee breaks and workshop official dinner.
It does not include accommodation or meals other than those specified.
The number of participants is a minimum of 15 and restricted to a maximum of 25 participants.
If you would like to attend the workshop please fill in the registration form. In case you select payment by invoice the invoice will be sent to you, which has to be paid before the participation confirmation will be generated.
Registration and payment deadline is 5 October 2023
Please note:
For cancellations made before 30 October 2023 registration fees are refundable less the 50 USD administration fee.
For cancellations made after 30 October 2023 registration fees are non-refundable.
Travel & Visa information
Information on New Zealand visa requirements can be found at https://www.immigration.govt.nz/new-zealand-visas
Accommodation
A range of accommodation is available in Palmerston North close to the city and University. We will aim for all participants to stay in the same or nearby accommodation. Please contact the local organiser for accommodation options and how to book.
A letter of invitation for obtaining Visa will be issued for the participants only after payment of the participation fee.
For any additional information, please contact:
Andreea-Nicoleta Pinar
Email: andreea.pinar@ista.ch
Participants eligible to apply for support to attend the workshop under the Young@ISTA programme should view the funding criteria and download the application form here: Young@ISTA - International Seed Testing Association
Applications for funding close on Thursday, 5 October 2023