Natural-Farming-yoga-Naturopathy

ABOUT THE CONFERENCE

Indian agriculture has always been and is expected to remain in future a vital sector for economy, as it provides essential resources such as food, feed, fodder, fibre, and fuel. It supports over 60 percent of the rural population, accounts for 46 percent of total employment, and contributes around 18 per cent to the national GDP and the scan fairly be termed as the engine of growth of the country. Now a days, natural farming is gaining importance in India. Natural farming in India can significantly impact the Indian economy by reducing costs, increasing farmer income, and promoting environmental sustainability. It offers a shift towards more ecological and socially responsible food production. Yoga, naturopathy, and Aarogya (meaning well-being or health) are interconnected concepts focused on holistic health and wellness, often used in conjunction with each other. Yoga, a practice involving physical postures, breathing techniques, and meditation, aims to harmonize the mind and body. Naturopathy, an

alternative medicine system, utilizes natural remedies and lifestyle adjustments to promote the body's selfhealing capabilities. When combined, these practices contribute to a holistic approach to health, often referred to as "Arogya" or well-being. Integration of natural farming and Aarogya is quite essential in today's time. Natural farming will lead to man's good Arogya as natural farming is a chemical-free farming preventing many uncured diseases like cancer, heart attack, infertility etc. Through this conference, awareness will be created in the subject of natural farming and Aarogya to students, researchers, scientists, health departments, policy makers etc.

ABOUT UNIVERSITY

The Government of Gujarat established Gujarat Natural Farming Science University (GNFSU), first in World and India, through the GNFSU Act No. 16 of 2017, amended by Act No. 2 of 2022 and further amended in 2023. GNFSU is a unique and diverse educational, research, and extension hub for natural farming and it is the only natural farming university in India. The university is a visionary outcome of the Gujarat Organic Farming Policy–2015. The jurisdiction of the university includes all the eight agroclimatic

zones of Gujarat state located at Jambudi farm in Halol Taluka, Panchmahal District, and serves farmers and students across all eight agro-climatic zones of Gujarat. Currently, university offers two courses at UG and PG level; namely B.Sc. Agri. (Hons.) Natural Farming and M.Sc. Agri, in Natural Farming, respectively.

ABOUT INO

Surya Foundation Naturopathy Think Tank has been regularly discussing at length about the developmental activities of Naturopathy. The brain storming sessions by the Naturopathy experts say that the Naturopathy system must have a strong platform for its holistic development. This resulted in the formation of “International Naturopathy Organisation” (INO) in the year 2003 under the able leadership of Sh. Jaiprakash Agarwal, an ardent follower of Naturopathy and a renowned Industrialist. INO is a non-profit organization dedicated to the promotion and propagation of Naturopathy at the grass root level. It focuses on the overall development of this ancient and miraculous science at global level and endeavours to bring this at par with the other medical sciences. INO is the country’s largest Naturopathy organisation with its branches in 24 States with over lakhs of active members and sympathizers in India and abroad. “INO was awarded as “Biggest Naturopathy Organisation in the World.”

AGRO-EXPO CUM EXHIBITION

As a key highlight of the conference, an Agro-Expo cum Exhibition will be organized, showcasing innovations and practices in the domains of Natural Farming, Naturopathy, and Yoga. This interactive platform aims to bring together diverse stakeholders including farmers, researchers, practitioners, entrepreneurs, and industry representatives to exhibit and demonstrate a wide range of products, technologies, and sustainable practices. Participants will have the opportunity to explore:

·         Innovative techniques in natural and sustainable farming

·         Herbal and organic products promoting holistic health

·         Tools and applications related to naturopathy and traditional wellness systems

·         Yoga-based lifestyle approaches for health and well-being

CONTACT PERSONS FOR AGRO-EXPO/STALL RESERVATION

1. Dr. Raghav Poojara – Secretary Gujarat - INO

2. Dr. Hetall A. Shah – Member Ahmadabad – INO

CALL FOR PAPERS

The academicians, researchers, scientists, experts, policy makers, doctors and others can submit their papers in line of the themes, selected paper writers will be called to make their presentations in the conference. The papers should be submitted by email at ……….(to be decided). Length of the paper should not exceed 3000 words or 10 pages. All papers should include a summary/abstract not exceeding 250 words.

FEES

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IMPORTANT DATES

AWARDS

To recognize and encourage excellence in research and presentation, Best Oral Presentation and Best Poster Presentation awards will be conferred in each thematic track of the conference.

ACCOMMODATION

·         The participants will be provided boarding and lodging at free of cost in the university campus on first come first serve basis, subject to the availability of accommodation facility.

·         Nearby Halol city, hotel accommodation is also available on payment basis.

INSTRUCTIONS

·         Traveling cost shall be borne by the participants

·         Registration is mandatory for all attendees and co-authors

·         Payment link…………………(to be decided).

HOW TO REACH

GNFSU, Halol is well connected by road from Vadodara and Vadodara is connected from all parts of the country. The University is 150 kms away from Sadar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, Ahmedabad; 40 kms from Vadodara International Airport and 5 kms from GSRTC bus station, Halol.