This session highlights the rapidly evolving role of digital and smart technologies in modern agriculture from precision farming and artificial intelligence to sensors, remote sensing, and data driven decision making. As climate variability, labor shortages, and resource constraints intensify, digital solutions offer powerful tools to enhance productivity, optimize inputs, and improve resilience across agricultural systems. The session brings together researchers, innovators, and practitioners to share cutting edge technologies, real world applications, and future visions for smart agriculture. Participants will explore how digital platforms, automation, and intelligent analytics can bridge science and practice, empower farmers, and support sustainable food production. This session invites all stakeholders interested in shaping a smarter, more connected, and more resilient agricultural future.

This session focuses on advanced biotechnological approaches that enhance crop adaptation, productivity, and nutritional value under increasing environmental stresses. Key topics include the development of salt-flood-drought tolerant varieties for vulnerable regions such as the Mekong Delta, the application of gene editing and marker assisted selection to improve yield and quality, and bio-physiological and nutritional strategies to strengthen stress tolerance. In addition, the session covers post-harvest technologies for fruits, vegetables, and flowers, as well as tissue culture techniques for the propagation of high-value fruit and ornamental plants. By integrating molecular tools with practical applications, this session offers a comprehensive platform for scientists, breeders, and industry partners committed to sustainable crop improvement in a changing climate.

In the face of climate change, land degradation, and increasing pest pressures, innovative management strategies are urgently needed to restore soil vitality and enhance plant health. This session addresses sustainable soil management and the rehabilitation of degraded, saline, and acid sulfate soils, alongside the use of organic fertilizers, bio-products, and eco-friendly cultivation practices. It also explores regenerative agriculture, crop rotation, intercropping, and innovative plant protection solutions that reduce dependence on chemical pesticides while safeguarding productivity and biodiversity. By integrating scientific advances with practical field-based approaches, this session aims to inspire safer, more resilient farming systems. Participants will gain insights into holistic strategies that promote long-term soil fertility, plant health, and environmental sustainability.

This session showcases innovative low emission strategies for agrifood production, emphasizing climate smart practices that balance productivity with environmental stewardship. Topics include mitigation options in crop, soil, and nutrient management, as well as the role of digital tools, circular economy approaches, and integrated production systems in reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The session also highlights policy perspectives and stakeholder collaboration essential for scaling low emission solutions. By connecting science, technology, and policy, this session provides a forward-looking platform to exchange knowledge and practical experiences that contribute to carbon neutral and resilient agri-food systems. It is an essential forum for researchers, practitioners, and decision makers committed to sustainable food production under climate change.

This session focuses on emerging technologies that enhance livestock productivity, animal welfare, and environmental performance. Topics include precision livestock farming, automation, digital monitoring systems, biotechnology, and data-driven management tools that optimize feeding, health management, and resource use. By reducing environmental footprints while maintaining high productivity, these innovations support more sustainable and responsible livestock systems. The session brings together scientists, industry experts, and practitioners to share technological advances, practical applications, and future trends. Participants will gain valuable insights into how modern technologies can drive eco-efficient livestock production and contribute to resilient agri-food systems.

This session highlights advanced technologies and strategies that strengthen animal health within the One Health framework. Addressing emerging diseases, antimicrobial resistance, and climate-related challenges, the session covers novel diagnostic tools, next-generation vaccines, genomic and digital innovations, and data-driven surveillance systems. By fostering interdisciplinary collaboration among scientists, veterinarians, policymakers, and industry leaders, the session demonstrates how integrated approaches can enhance animal welfare while protecting public health and ecosystems. Participants will gain insights into practical applications, collaborative opportunities, and future directions for advancing animal health in a holistic and sustainable manner.