Agenda

WELCOME TO THE CONFERENCE

Four days of world-class science, industry insight, and field discovery

From breakthrough breeding technologies to sustainable value chains, this conference brings together leading scientists, policymakers, and industry leaders from across the globe to chart the future of Acacia plantations. Join keynote sessions from world-renowned experts, immersive field visits to Vietnam’s forestry heartlands, and a high-level industry forum — all in one unmissable programme.

📅 DAY 1 — OPENING & DEEP-DIVE SCIENCE

Plenary keynotes from global experts, followed by parallel sessions on breeding, biotechnology, silviculture and disease management. Evening Gala Dinner.

📅 DAY 2 — INNOVATION & VALUE CHAINS

Cutting-edge clonal selection and disease-resistance breeding, alongside sessions on legal timber, carbon markets and wood processing technology.

📅 DAY 3 — FIELD DAY

Choose between two immersive field trips: Vietnam’s forestry value chain in Tuyen Quang, or the breeding-to-deployment journey in Ba Vi.

📅 DAY 4 — INDUSTRY FORUM & CLOSING

The VAFS–VIFOREST Forum bridges research and industry by bringing together leading companies representing different end-product sectors, followed by a panel discussion and a closing ceremony.

 

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