KAZNARU TOOK PART IN THE CONSORTIUM OF INNOVATION IN AGRICULTURAL EDUCATION AND RESEARCH IN ASIA
The beautiful city of Hainan Sanya was the host of the prestigious Conference of the Consortium of Innovation in Agricultural Education and Research in Asia (CIAERA) from July 17 to 19. This momentous occasion marked the formal establishment of CIAERA, an initiative launched by the Nanjing Agricultural University (NAU). Over 200 representatives from more than 60 domestic and foreign universities, institutions, and enterprises in Asia gathered together to delve into various topics related to agricultural science and innovation in education. The primary focus was on fostering cooperation to create a brighter and more sustainable future for Asian agriculture.
CIAERA's vision is truly inspiring, aiming to establish a hub of innovation that harnesses the strengths of universities and institutions for sustainable agriculture, promoting regional prosperity, and enhancing the well-being of people throughout Asia. During its inauguration, CIAERA welcomed 52 members, including esteemed institutions such as China Agricultural University, Northwestern A&F University, China Academy of Tropical Agricultural Sciences, IPB University in Indonesia, and Kasetsart University in Thailand. The CIAERA Secretariat will be based at Nanjing Agricultural University, further solidifying NAU's commitment to driving innovation in sustainable agriculture.
The head of the Center for Sustainable Agriculture Dr. Maira Kussainova took part in the conference from the Kazakh National Agrarian Research University. During the plenary session, she delivered a compelling speech, showcasing her university's capabilities and proposing potential areas of collaboration with CIAERA. Additionally, on the second day, she presented ongoing and completed scientific projects, offering opportunities for cooperation within the framework of CIAERA as collaborators, working together to advance sustainable agriculture.
The conference served as an essential platform for the attendees, who recognized the paramount importance of strengthening cooperation among Asian countries in the field of agricultural education and technology. Building upon a long tradition of sharing agricultural knowledge and civilizations in Asia, this collaboration is now pivotal in promoting agricultural development, green building, economic prosperity, and the exchange of knowledge among Asian countries. Undoubtedly, it lays the foundation for a brighter future for Asian agriculture.
In conjunction with the Conference, from July 18 to 19, the Asia Center Annual Meeting 2023 organized seven outreach academic sub-forums, each focusing on key topics such as Water for Food Security, Climate Change, Asia Land Use, Land Cover and Soil Research, Disaster Monitoring, Mitigation, and Response, One Health, and Shared Learning. These sub-forums aimed to leverage the collective strengths of Asian agricultural institutions, promote innovation in agricultural talent development, and collaboratively address the agricultural challenges facing Asia and the world. The ultimate goal is to ensure the sustainable development of agriculture, not only in Asia but also globally.
As we move forward, we eagerly anticipate further collaborations with like-minded partners across Asia to create a better and more sustainable future for agriculture. Together, we can make significant strides in advancing agricultural progress and meeting the challenges of our time.
