INTERNATIONAL
SYMPOSIUM
ON SUSTAINABLE
AGRICULTURAL
TECHNOLOGY
(ISSAT97)
August 20-23, 1997,
Beijing, P.R.China
SECOND ANNOUNCEMENT
AND CALL FOR PAPERS
Sponsored by The Committee of Sustainable
Agriculture of Chinese Sustainable Development Society World Sustainable
Agriculture Association
Organized by Department of Agri-Resources Management and Regional
Planning, Ministry of Agriculture(MOA) Institute of Natural Resources and
Regional Planning of Chinese Academy of Agri. Science China International
Conference Center for Science and Technology
Supported by State Science and Technology Commission(SSTC) China
Association for Science and Technology INVITATION
Dear colleagues and friends:
ISSAT97, will be held in Beijing, China, from August 20 -23, 1997.
Sustainable agriculture has become a domain of top priority in the
agricultural and rural development of the contemporary world. It has
obviously helped to promote the agricultural economy and sustainable
social development, to better protect ecological environment and
reasonably utilize the resources. The past few years have witnessed
rapidly progress of the sustainable agricultural technology in China and
great achievements have been made in the areas of crop breeding, plant
protection, environmental protection, bioengineering, rural energy
utilization, soil and water management.
In order to further promote the understanding and exchange between
specialists of sustainable agricultural technology in China and other
countries, we cordially invite you as well as your family members to
participate in this symposium, ISSAT97 and its related social programs.
We shall do our best to make your stay in China a very pleasant and
rewarding one.
Han Deqian
Chairman of ISSAT97
Honorary Chairman
Mr. He Kang
Member of NPC Standing Committee
Fomer Minister, MOA
Mr. Lu Liangshu
Vice President, Academician, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Engineering
Chairman
Mr. Han Deqian
Vice-Minister, SSTC. Honorary Chairman of the Chinese Sustainable Agriculture
Committee.
Vice-Chairman
Mr. Hong Fuzeng
Vice-Minister, MOA. Chairman of the Chinese Sustainable Agriculture Committee.
Mr. J.Patrick Madden
President
World Sustainable Agriculture Association.
Chairman of Academic Committee Mr. Cheng Xu Director-General, Dept. of
Science and Technology, MOA. Professor of China Agri. University Mr. Wang
Hongguang
Division Chief, Dept. of Rural Science and Technology, SSTC, Professor of
China Agri. University.
Chairman of Organizing Committee
Mrs. Li Jingyi
Deputy Director-General, Dept. of Agri-Resources Management and Regional
Planning.
Mr. Wang Daolong,
Division Chief, Dept. of Agri-Resources Management and Regional Plannig.
Secretary- General
Mr. Tang Huajun
Director-General, Institute of Natural Resources and Regional Planning of
Chinese Academy of Agriculture Science.
SCIENTIFIC PROGRAM
1. Integrated Pest Management (IPM) technology.
2. Non-pollution production technology for crops, vegetables and fruits.
3. Water saving technology and prevention of secondary salinization
4. Effective techniques for water/soil conservation.
5. Relation and comparative studies between Chinese Ecological Agriculture
(CEA) and sustainable agriculture.
6. Agro-ecological engineering, its role in sustainable agriculture.
7. Proverty alleviation and rural development.
8. Participatory approach: its use for sustainable agriculture practice.
9. Information system technology for sustainable agriculture.
10.Identification of policy barrier for sustainable agriculture and how to
remove them.
11.Technology of raising efficiency of agricultural inputs, such as energy,
Agro-chemical etc.
12.Management systems for sustainable use of agricultural natural resources.
PRELIMINARY SCHEDULE
August 20, 1997 (Wed.) 10:00 - 20:00 Registration
August 21, 1997 (Thu.) 08:30 - 18:00 Registration
09:00 - 09:30 Opening Ceremony
09:30 - 12:00 Plenary Session
12:00 - 13:30 Lunch Break
13:30 - 17:30 Technical Sessions
18:30 - 20:00 Welcome Reception
August 22, 1997 (Fri.) 09:00 - 12:00 Technical Sessions
12:00 - 13:30 Lunch Break
13:30 - 17:30 Technical Sessions
19:15 - 21:00 Performance
August 23, 1997 (Sat.) 09:00 - 12:00 Technical Sessions
12:00 - 13:30 Lunch Break
13:30 - 16:30 Plenary Session
16:30 - 17:00 Closing Ceremony
18:30 - 20:30 Closing Banquet
GENERAL INFORMATION
VENUE The symposium will be held in the Central Garden Hotel (Zhong Yuan
Hotel) which is located at the northwest part of the city and near the
second city-ring road. (Er Huan Lu). It is about 40 km from the Capital
Airport of Beijing. The address is:
18 Gaoliangqiao Xiejie Tel: (86-10) 6217.8888
Xi Zhi Men Wai Fax: (86-10) 6217.9887
Beijing 100081, China
WORKING LANGUAGE
The working language of the Symposium is English.
SYMPOSIUM FACILITIES Standard projection facilities for 35mm slides and
overhead projectors will be available in all meeting rooms.
ARRIVAL IN BEIJING Taxi service is available at Beijing Capital Airport.
The cost from the airport to Central Garden Hotel is usually about US$ 15
(120 yuan). It depends on what kind of taxi you take. The note below will
help you to get to the symposium venue:
Please take me to Central Garden Hotel, thank you.
WEATHER
It is likely to rain in this time of the year, yet the humidity is mild. The
average daily temperature is 28 degrees Centigrade.
PASSPORT AND VISA A valid passport and visa for visiting China are
required. Upon receiving your registration form and fees, China
International Conference Center for Science and Technology (CICCST) will
send you an official invitation letter. Please apply for an entry visa
with this letter at the nearest Chinese embassy or consulate.
HEALTH AND INSURANCE The registration fees do not include insurance for
the participants regarding accidents, sickness or loss of personal
property. All participants are advised to make necessary arrangements for
short-term health and accident insurance before departure.
CURRENCY/BANKING The monetary system in China is based on the RMB yuan.
Foreign currency (both cash and travelers checks) can be changed to RMB
Yuan at branches of Bank of China in Beijing Capital Airport and most
hotels. Please keep the exchange voucher by which you can change RMB back
to foreign currency when you leave China. Some major credit cards, such as
American Express, Visa, Master, JCB etc. are accepted by most hotels, a
few super markets and some big department stores. If you want to change
cash with credit cards, you have to go to the Head office of Bank of China
located in the west city district of Beijing.
ELECTRICITY
Electricity is supplied at 220V, 50Hz AC throughout China. Major hotels usually
provide 110V out let for razor.
RECONFIRMATION OF DEPARTURE AIR TICKET The departure air ticket (both
international and domestic) should be reconfirmed 72 hours in advance. It
could be made by calling the airline office in Beijing. The telephone
numbers of airline companies and some services will be offered by the
Registration Desk.
AIRPORT TAX Domestic flights request RMB50 per person and international
flights RMB90 per person.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
REGISTRATION FEE
Before June 1, 1997 After June 1, 1997
Participants USD USD
Accompanying Person USD USD
Registered participants are entitled to:
1. Attendance of all sessions
2. Tea breaks
3. An abstract
4. Welcome Reception
5. Farewell Banquet
6. Performance
Registered accompanying persons:
1. Opening Ceremony
2. Welcome Reception
3. Farewell Banquet
4. Souvenir
5. Performance
PRE-REGISTRATION Please complete the Registration Form and return it with
the registration fees to the secretariat before deadline June 1, 1997. Any
Registration Form without registration fees will not be processed.
REGISTRATION DESK The Registration Desk will be set up in the main lobby
of the Central Garden Hotel and open at the following hours:
August 20, 1997 10:00-12:00 13:00-18:00
August 21, 1997 08:30-12:00 13:00-18:00
All participants are requested to check-in at the hotel firstly and then
go to the Registration Desk to pick up the program schedule, the
proceedings, document bag, name badge etc..
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS
HOTEL ROOM RATE Rooms at a special rate are offered for participants at
the Central Garden Hotel (4-star).
Single Room US$ 65 Double Room US$ 75
HOTEL DEPOSIT
One night room rate should be sent along with your Registration Form as a
deposit.
HOTEL RESERVATION For those who need to book a room through the
Secretariat, please fill in the table of hotel reservation on the
Registration Form and return it with hotel deposit or the whole payment to
the secretariat before the deadline of June 1, 1997. Any reservation
without deposit will not be considered as valid.
NOTES
1. Room rate includes service charge, but does not include breakfast .
2. For those who intend to share rooms, please indicate your roommates name.
Other-wise only a single occupancy will be reserved.
LOCAL TOUR
LT-1
Aug. 21, 1997 (Thu.)
The Forbidden City - Lunch - The Lama Temple
Price: USD 35/person
LT-2
Aug. 22, 1997 (Fri.)
The Summer Palace - Lunch - The Beihai Park
Price: USD30/person
LT-3
Aug. 23 , 1997 (Sat.)
The Temple of Heaven - Lunch - The Beijing Zoo
Price: USD 30/person
LT-4
Aug. 24 , 1997 (Sun.)
The Great Wall - Lunch - Ming Tombs
Price: USD 40/person
POST SYMPOSIUM TOURS
PT-1
Beijing - Xian - Guilin - Guangzhou - Hong Kong (5.5 days)
Aug. 25 (Mon.) Fly to Xian, sightseeing in the afternoon
Aug. 26 (Tue.) Visit to Terra Cotta Warriors and Horses, Huaching
Pool
Aug. 27 (Wed.) Fly to Guilin, sightseeing in the afternoon
Aug. 28 (Thu.) All day trip on Li River by boat
Aug. 29 (Fri.) Fly to Guang Zhou in the morning, sightseeing
Aug. 30 (Sat.) Exit to Hong Kong.by train No. 93 (11:30 - 13:15)
Price: Single Occupancy USD 910/person
Double Occupancy USD 820/person
PT-2
Beijing - Chengdu - Lhasa - Chengdu (exit) - Hong Kong (5.5 days)
Aug. 25 (Mon.) Beijing to Chengdu By air, sightseeing in afternoon
Aug. 26 (Tue.) Chengdu to Lhasa By air.
Aug. 27 (Wed.) Sightseeing to Putala Palace etc.
Aug. 28 (Thu.) Sightseeing to Jokhang Temple etc.
Aug. 29 (Fri.) Lhasa to Chengdu By air, sightseeing in afternoon
Aug. 30 (Sat.) Exit to Hong Kong
Price: Single Occupancy USD 1585/person
Double Occupancy USD1445/person
PT-3
Beijing - Hangzhou(Technical Tour) - Shanghai (Trip to Suzhou) (4.5 days)
Aug. 25 (Mon.) Fly to Hangzhou, Technicial visit.
Aug. 26 (Tue.) Sightseeing to West Lake, Lingyin Monastery etc.
Aug. 27 (Wed.) Fly to Shanghai in the morning and sightseeing in the afternoon
Aug. 28 (Thu.) One-day trip to Suzhou, sightseeing and back in the
afternoon
Aug. 29 (Fri.) Tour ends after the breakfast
Price: Single Occupancy USD625/person
Double Occupancy USD520/person
TOUR RESERVATION
Please fill in the tour reservation on the Registration form and return it with
the full tour fees to the secretariat before deadline June 1,1997.
NOTES
1. The tour fees cover inter city transportation, hotel accommodations, full
meals and sightseeing tickets, guide and transportation to Hong Kong, except
PT3.
2. If no roommate name is indicated in your Registration Form, your room
will be arranged as a single occupancy during the tour.
3. The secretariat will reserve the right to raise the prices or cancel any of
the above tour routes, if the attendees are less than 10 persons. In that case,
the notification will be send to you as soon as possible and the tour fee will
be fully refunded.
METHOD OF PAYMENT
Registration Fees, hotel deposit and tour fees should be in US dollars and
made payable by the following methods:
1. Bank transfer to: Head Office of Bank of China, Beijing, China
Account No.: 50180702 CICCST/ISSA97
2. Bank draft drawn on: CICCST/ ISSA97
Mail to: CICCST/ ISSA97
44 Kexueyuan Nanlu
Beijing 100086, China
NOTES
1. In order to avoid any trouble in money transfer, please send a copy of your
remittance invoice or receipt together with your Registration Form.
2. No personal cheque and credit cards are acceptable for above payments.
3. Bank charges will be borne by participant.
CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY
Cancellation must be made in writing to the secretariat for receiving the
refund.
Before July 1, 1997 After
July 1, 1997
Registration Fee 75% refund no refund
Hotel Deposit no refund no refund
Post-Symposium Tour 90% refund 70% refund
CORRESPONDENCES
For information about technical program, abstracts, please contact:
Dr Zhongyu Ma, Coordinator of ISSAT97
Institute of Natural Resources and Regional Planning, CAAS
30 Baishiqiao Road, Beijing, 100081
P.R. China
Fax: 62174142
Tel: 62174433 ext. 2291
Email; mazy@mail2.buct.edu.cn
For information about registration, hotel reservations, tours, visa
applications, cancellations and payment, please contact:
Mr. Wu Shaoyuan
CICCST / ISSA97 Fax: (86 - 10) 62575691/62546498
44 Kexueyuan Nan Lu Tel: (86 - 10) 62575683
Beijing 100086, China Email: llwang@public.bta.net.cn