Programme
Agenda & Keynotes
Day 1：Monday, May 19, 2025
08:30-09:30
Check-in
09:30-10:00
Opening Ceremony
10:00-10:10
Group Photo
10:10-11:30
Keynote Lectures：
Toward Net-Zero Production
Speaker 1：10:10-10:50
Speaker 2：10:50-11:30
11:30-13:30
Lunch / Poster session (Odd numbers)
Concurrent A
Toward Net-Zero Production
A1：13:30-14:50
Reducing GHG emissions from crop fields
1. 13:30-13:50 (20 min)
2. 13:50-14:05 (15 min)
3. 14:05-14:20 (15 min)
4. 14:20-14:35 (15 min)
5. 14:35-14:50 (15 min)
Concurrent B
Toward Food Security
B1：13:30-14:50
Genetic improvement of crop yield
1. 13:30-13:50 (20 min)
2. 13:50-14:05 (15 min)
3. 14:05-14:20 (15 min)
4. 14:20-14:35 (15 min)
5. 14:35-14:50 (15 min) 
Concurrent C
Toward Sustainability
C1：13:30-14:50
Sustainable Farming system
1. 13:30-13:50 (20 min)
2. 13:50-14:05 (15 min)
3. 14:05-14:20 (15 min)
4. 14:20-14:35 (15 min)
5. 14:35-14:50 (15 min)
14:50-15:10
Coffee Break
A2：15:10-16:30
Smart agriculture towards Net-Zero
1. 15:10-15:30 (20 min)
2. 15:30-15:45 (15 min)
3. 15:45-16:00 (15 min)
4. 16:00-16:15 (15 min)
5. 16:15-16:30 (15 min)
B2：15:10-16:30
Abiotic stress for crop production
1. 15:10-15:30 (20 min)
2. 15:30-15:45 (15 min)
3. 15:45-16:00 (15 min)
4. 16:00-16:15 (15 min)
5. 16:15-16:30 (15 min)
C2：15:10-16:30
Smart farming
1. 15:10-15:30 (20 min)
2. 15:30-15:45 (15 min)
3. 15:45-16:00 (15 min)
4. 16:00-16:15 (15 min)
5. 16:15-16:30 (15 min)
17:00
Welcome Banquet
Day 1 Keynote Speakers
Marco Wopereis
Director General
World Vegetable Center
Lao-Dar Juang
Director
Department of Resources Sustainability, Ministry of Agriculture, Taiwan

Day 2：Tuesday, May 20, 2025
08:30—09:50
Keynote Lectures：
Toward Food Security
Speaker 3：08:30-09:10
Speaker 4：09:10-09:50
09:50-10:10
Coffee Break
A3：10:10-11:30
Enhancing soil carbon sequestration
1. 10:10-10:30 (20 min)
2. 10:30-10:45 (15 min)
3. 10:45-11:00 (15 min)
4. 11:00-11:15 (15 min)
5. 11:15-11:30 (15 min)
B3：10:10-11:30
Assimilate partitioning for crop productivity and Quality
1. 10:10-10:30 (20 min)
2. 10:30-10:45 (15 min)
3. 10:45-11:00 (15 min)
4. 11:00-11:15 (15 min)
5. 11:15-11:30 (15 min)
C3：10:10-11:30
Crop modeling
1. 10:10-10:30 (20 min)
2. 10:30-10:45 (15 min)
3. 10:45-11:00 (15 min)
4. 11:00-11:15 (15 min)
5. 11:15-11:30 (15 min)
11:30-13:30
Lunch / Poster session (Even numbers)
A4：13:30-14:50
Circular agriculture
1. 13:30-13:50 (20 min)
2. 13:50-14:05 (15 min)
3. 14:05-14:20 (15 min)
4. 14:20-14:35 (15 min)
5. 14:35-14:50 (15 min)
B4：13:30-14:50
Organ genetics and breeding
1. 13:30-13:50 (20 min)
2. 13:50-14:05 (15 min)
3. 14:05-14:20 (15 min)
4. 14:20-14:35 (15 min)
5. 14:35-14:50 (15 min)
C4：13:30-14:50
Pre-harvest sprouting in cereals
1. 13:30-13:50 (20 min)
2. 13:50-14:05 (15 min)
3. 14:05-14:20 (15 min)
4. 14:20-14:35 (15 min)
5. 14:35-14:50 (15 min)
14:50-15:10
Coffee Break
A5：15:10-16:30
Young Scientist Forum
B5：15:10-16:30
Biotic stress for crop production
1. 15:10-15:30 (20 min)
2. 15:30-15:45 (15 min)
3. 15:45-16:00 (15 min)
4. 16:00-16:15 (15 min)
5. 16:15-16:30 (15 min)
C5：15:10-16:30
Genetic resources and crop improvement
1. 15:10-15:30 (20 min)
2. 15:30-15:45 (15 min)
3. 15:45-16:00 (15 min)
4. 16:00-16:15 (15 min)
5. 16:15-16:30 (15 min)
17:00
Gala Dinner
Day 2 Keynote Speakers
Ta-Te Lin
Distinguished professor
Department of Biomechatronic Engineering, National Taiwan University
Yasuhiro Tsujimoto
Senior Researcher
JIRCAS (Japan International Research Center for Agricultural Sciences, Tsukuba), Japan

Day 3：Wednesday, May 21, 2025
09:00-09:40
Keynote Lectures:
Toward Sustainability
Speaker 5
09:40-10:10
3-minute thesis competition
10:10-10:30
Coffee Break
10:30-11:10
Keynote Lectures:
Toward Sustainability
Speaker 6
11:10-12:00
Closing / Awards ceremony
Day 3 Keynote Speakers
Jae Yoon Kim
Professor
Department of Plant Resources Kongju National University, Yesan, Korea
Yoichiro Kato
Professor
The University of Tokyo, Japan
Young Scientist Forum

The ACSAC11 Young Scientist Forum creates a platform for young scientific researchers, postdoctoral research fellows, and PhD students to discuss and share their academic experiences, opinions, and ideas. The discussion would be focused on,

  • Start the academic career journey
  • International cooperation
  • Interdisciplinary cooperation
  • (Other topics to be decided)

Participants do not need to register for the Young Scientist Forum session in advance. However, the meeting room space may be limited; priority will be given to those who arrive first.

Gala Dinner
HAPPY HOURS – the Unforgettable Gala Dinner!

We are delighted to invite all conference participants to join an exquisite Gala Dinner, to be held at the Sheraton Grand Taipei Hotel on the evening of May 20th. This event promises to be a highlight of our conference, offering a wonderful opportunity to chat, unwind, network, and friendship with a sumptuous feast.

Event Details:
  • Venue: Sheraton Grand Taipei Hotel
  • Style: All you can eat Buffet Dinner
  • Beverages: Enjoy a wide selection of alcoholic beverages, fruit juice, and soft drinks
  • Cost: $1,000 TWD per person (Paid ticket is required)
  • Companions: Participants are encouraged to bring companions, who are also welcome to attend at the same rate.

Don't miss out on this great evening gathering event. Secure your place now and join us for an unforgettable Gala Dinner experience!

Field Trip

Field Trip Cancellation Notice

We regret to announce that the ACSAC11 Field Trip has been canceled due to changes in event planning. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your kind understanding.

Refunds will be arranged for participants who have already paid. For assistance or questions regarding the refund process, please contact 1112154@mail.atri.org.tw.

Thank you for your support of ACSAC11. We look forward to seeing you at the conference.

One-Day Trip (Thursday, May 22, 2025)
Plan 1：Taipei Cultural and Agricultural Exploration (30-person limit)
08:30
Depart from Taipei Main Station by tour bus to Taoyuan
09:30—11:00
Visit Tao-city Vegetable Agricultural Production co., Ltd
Learn about advanced agricultural techniques, and experience vegetable picking.
11:30—13:00
Lunch
Enjoy Taoyuan local cuisine.
14:00—15:30
Tea art performance in Dadaocheng in Taipei
Followed by a guided tour of the historic old streets.
15:30—16:30
Free time
Explore Dadaocheng, shop for souvenirs, or taste local snacks.
17:00
Return
Bus ride back to Taipei Main Station.
Plan 2：Taipei Highlights and Natural Beauty (80-person limit)
08:30
Depart from Taipei Main Station by tour bus
09:00—11:00
Visit the National Palace Museum
Explore rich Chinese historical artifacts.
11:00—11:30
Explore Zhishan Garden near the museum
Appreciate elegant Chinese-style garden design.
11:30—13:30
Lunch
Enjoy local specialties at Zhuzihu.
13:30—14:10
Free time
Explore Zhuzihu, purchase local products during the hydrangea season.
14:10—16:00
Visit Chung Shan Hall on Yangmingshan
Appreciate historical significance and natural surroundings.
16:00—18:00
Free time
Enjoy shopping around Taipei 101, or opt for a self-paid visit to the observatory to experience the stunning views of Taipei's skyline.
18:30
Return
Bus ride back to Taipei Main Station.
Plan 3：Kavalan Distillery, Green Onion Industry, and Taipei 101 (30-person limit)
08:00
Depart from Taipei Main Station by tour bus
09:30—12:00
Visit the Kavalan Whisky Distillery in Yilan
Visit whisky production line, taste whisky, and explore the orchid garden.
12:00—13:30
Lunch
Lunch in Yuanshan Township, Yilan.
14:00—15:30
Learn about the green onion industry at Sanxing
Make scallion pancakes, visit farmer’s market, and purchase specialty agricultural products in Yilan.
17:30—18:30
Free time
Enjoy shopping around Taipei 101, or opt for a self-paid visit to the observatory to experience the stunning views of Taipei's skyline.
19:00
Return
Bus ride back to Taipei Main Station.
Two-Day Trip (Thursday-Friday, May 22-23, 2025)
Plan 4：Cultural and Agricultural Exploration in Central Taiwan (30-person limit)
Day 1
08:00
Depart from Taipei Main Station
Take a tour bus to the Tongluo Tea Factory in Miaoli.
10:30—11:30
Explore the Tongluo Tea Factory
Learn about Taiwan’s tea cultivation and production process, and taste the Oriental Beauty tea.
12:00—13:00
Lunch
Enjoy a traditional Hakka-style lunch in Miaoli.
14:00—15:00
Visit the Wufeng Farmers’ Association Distillery in Wufeng, Taichung
Discover the sake brewing process that uses the integral ingredient of Taiwanese aromatic rice.
15:00—17:00
Visit agricultural technology research institute
Learn about Taiwan agricultural technology research and development.
18:00
Arrive at Sun Moon Lake
Check in at the Hotel in Nantou.
19:00
Evening Dinner
Enjoy a dinner of Jiangsu and Zhejiang cuisine at Sun Moon Lake.
Day 2
08:00—09:00
Breakfast at the hotel
09:30—11:30
Explore Sun Moon Lake
Explore Sun Moon Lake by boat, admire the scenic beauty of the lake, Nantou.
12:00—14:30
Lunch
Enjoy Nantou local cuisine.
14:30—15:30
Visit Tea and Beverage Research Station
Explore the tea cultivation techniques and research.
15:45—18:45
Head for Taipei
　
Notes
  • The itinerary considers transportation and visit times but may be subject to adjustments based on traffic and office hours.
  • Professional guides are recommended for safety and comfort, with adjustments for weather conditions.
  • These itineraries blend Taiwan’s cultural essence, natural beauty, and traditional cuisine.
  • If your selected tour is fully booked, you will be re-assigned to an alternate tour option with availability.We appreciate your understanding.