SD2018 FIRST CIRCULAR IX INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM ON SOIL AND SUBSTRATE DISINFESTATION 9-13 SEPTEMBER, 2018, HERAKLION, CRETE, GREECE

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1 SD2018 FIRST CIRCULAR IX INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM ON SOIL AND SUBSTRATE DISINFESTATION 9-13 SEPTEMBER, 2018, HERAKLION, CRETE, GREECE ORGANIZERS: INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY OF HORTICULTURAL SCIENCES AGRICULTURAL UNIVERSITY OF ATHENS, GREECE HELLENIC SOCIETY OF PHYTIATRY VENUE: AQUILA ATLANTIS HOTEL, HERAKLION, CRETE, GREECE Dear Colleagues, We are pleased to inform you that our proposal for holding the IX International Symposium on Soil and Substrate Disinfestation in Heraklion, Crete, Greece on 9-13 September 2018, was positively considered and elected by the members of the Commission Plant Protection, ISHS Commission Plant Substrates and soilless cultures, ISHS Working Group on Soil borne pathogens. Following the positive message of ISHS secretariat (March 18 th, 2016) in our proposal, the local organizing Committee is delighted to announce that the Symposium will be organized by the Hellenic Society of Phytiatry and the Department of Plant Pathology, Agricultural University of Athens, Greece, under the aegis of the International Society for Horticultural Science (ISHS). The IX SD 2018 Symposium will follow the tradition of the previous Symposia in its format, organized in the past in Louvain, Belgium and Torino, Italy and will also include new topics, according to the progress of the research carried out as well as to the new challenges posed by new regulations and policies in the field of soil and substrate disinfestation as will be formalized by the suggestions of the International Scientific Committee. ISLAND OF CRETE The island of Crete, so famous for out of season vegetable and ornamental cultivation, is characterized by the outstanding professionalism of the private 1

2 sector and the local farmers for applying new technologies in agricultural production. Crete the largest of the Greek islands- the fifth largest in the Mediterranean - is the land of Daedalos and Ikaros, the Palace of Knossos and the Minoan civilization. It is the home of El Greco, Kornaros, Kazantzakis and Venizelos. Crete is an island with an exquisite 1,000-kilometer-long coastline dotted with numerous coves, bays and peninsulas, which afford a multitude of soft, sandy beaches along the beautifully blue Mediterranean Sea. After all, it's among the finest in the world and has established Crete as one of Europe's most popular holiday destinations. The people of Crete are known for their generosity of their spirit. Cretans are devoted to their customs and tradition. Many, even today, wear the traditional costumes, sing the traditional songs and dance the local dances. Crete invites you to visit it all from one to the other. Enjoy the warmth, of the Cretan hospitality and the stunning diversity of landscape not found elsewhere in Greece. 2

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5 HERAKLION, CRETE Heraklion is the capital of Crete and one of the Mediterranean region s most fascinating and vibrant cities. It is full of places to discover. With the current efforts to open up the wonderful mediaeval city center, it speaks to us of a past full of history and great events that reflect its location at the crossroads of three continents. The city is also the commercial and technological center of the island. It has a strategic geopolitical position in the south-eastern Mediterranean Sea connecting three continents and many different cultures. It offers a wealth of museums, a summer-long arts festival, historical sightseeing, amazing nightlife and events throughout the year. Whatever the purpose of your visit, your stay in Heraklion will be one to remember. Crete forms a significant part of the economy and cultural heritage of Greece. Crete is mountainous, and its character is defined by a high mountain range crossing from west to east. Knossos Palace is the largest Bronze Age archaeological site on Crete and is considered Europe's oldest city. The site was discovered in The great palace was gradually built between 1700 and 1400 BC, with periodic rebuildings after destruction. 5

6 AQUILA ATLANTIS HOTEL The recently renovated Aquila Atlantis Hotel situated close to the archaeological museum and Commanding a spectacular view of the harbor. All of the guest rooms are comfortable and nicely equipped to give a feeling of being home while away from home. The hotel also has a variety of facilities and services that are sure to meet the needs of both business and leisure travelers. Hospitality is a special value. It is a daily and valuable tradition of Crete. In Aquila Atlantis Hotel, the importance of feeling every moment welcome is well known. The Aquila Atlantis Hotel is the No.1 choice of major multinational companies, famous brands and public entities for conducting conferences, meetings and events. The accommodation is outstanding. The objective was the harmonious combination of discreet luxury and unique comfort. The public spaces are decorated with extraordinary artworks of high aesthetics. The rooms are quiet for undisturbed work and substantial relaxation in large beds and mattresses that offer a truly restful sleep. 6

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8 INTERNATIONAL SCIENTIFIC COMMITTEE 1. Eleftherios (Eris) Tjamos, Agricultural University of Athens, Greece E- 2. Maria Lodovica Gullino, Agroinnova, University of Torino, Italy 3. Angelo Garibaldi, Agroinnova, University of Torino, Italy 4. Yaacov Katan, Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Israel E -mail:yaacov.katan@mail.huji.ac.il 5. Abraham Gamliel, Agricultural Research Organization Volcani Center, Israel agamliel@agri.gov.il 6. Joeke Postma, Plant Research International, Wageningen, The Netherlands joeke.postma@wur.nl 7. Mark Mazzola, USDA-ARS, Washington State, USA mark.mazzola@ars.usda.gov 8. Alphons Vanachter, Scientia Terra Research Institute, Belgium fons.vanachter@skynet.be 9. Richard Falloon, Lincoln University, New Zealand Richard.Falloon@lincoln.ac.nz 10. Dan Chellemi, California USA dan@rootguard.com 11. Riccardo Savigliano, UNIDO, Vienna, Austria R.SAVIGLIANO@unido.org 12. Esserrhini Laraisse, UNIDO, Juba, South Sudan Ε-mail:E.Laraisse@unido.org 13. Maria del Mar Guerrero Diaz, Instituto Murciano de Investigación y Desarrollo Agrario y Alimentario, Murcia, Spain Ε-mail:mariam.guerrero@carm.es 14. Khoury Wafa, IFAD, Rome, Italy w.elkhoury@ifad.org 15. Aocheng Cao, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing, China E- mail:caoac@vip.sina.com 16. Krishna Subbarao, University of California, Davis, California, USA kvsubbarao@ucdavis.edu 17. Epaminondas Paplomatas, Agricultural University of Athens, Greece epaplom@aua.gr 18. Polymnia Antoniou, Agricultural University of Athens, Greece E- mail:ppantoniou@aua.gr 19. Dimitrios Tsitsigiannis, Agricultural University of Athens, Greece dimtsi@aua.gr 20. Sotirios Tjamos, Agricultural University of Athens, Greece sotiris@aua.gr 21. Emmanouil Kikrilis, Plastika Kritis kykrilis@plastikakritis.com LOCAL ORGANIZING COMMITTEE IN ATHENS 8

9 1. Eleftherios (Eris) Tjamos, Agricultural University of Athens, Greece E- 2. Epaminondas Paplomatas, Agricultural University of Athens, Greece E- 3. Polymnia Antoniou, Agricultural University of Athens, Greece 4. Dimitrios Tsitsigiannis, Agricultural University of Athens, Greece E- 5. Sotirios Tjamos, Agricultural University of Athens, Greece 6. Emmanouil Markakis, Agricultural University of Athens, Greece 7. Ioannis Giannakou, Agricultural University of Athens, Greece E- 8. Dimitrios Savvas, Agricultural University of Athens, Greece E- 9. Emmanouil Kikrilis, Plastika Kritis 10. Antonios Paraskevopoulos, DAOK Tryfillias LOCAL ORGANIZING COMMITTEE IN CRETE Scientists from Crete working in the field of soil and substrate disinfestation or related to the soil disinfestation will be also included to take care of the organization on the spot. 1. Dimitrios Goumas, Technological Educational Institute of Crete (TEI of Crete) 2. Emmanouil Tzortzakakis, Hellenic Agricultural Organisation DEMETER, Heraklion Crete 3. Emmanouil Roditakis, Hellenic Agricultural Organisation DEMETER, Heraklion Crete 4. Kostas Tzerakis, Hellenic Agricultural Organisation DEMETER, Chania, Crete 5. Eleftherios Ligoxygkakis, Heraklion Crete 6. Emmanouil Kikrilis, Plastika Kritis 7. Dimitrios Siderakos, Plastika Kritis 9

10 HIGHLIGHTS FOR THE CONTENT OF THE SYMPOSIUM SOIL DISINFESTATION ANAEROBIC SOIL DISINFESTATION BIOSOLARIZATION, BIOFUMIGATION DISINFESTATION OF SOIL SUBSTRATES SOILLESS CULTURES (The fast expanding application of hydroponic cultures with emerging phytopathological problems) SEEDS AND PLANTS IN SOIL AND SUBSTRATE DISINFESTATION ORGANIC FARMING AND SOIL DISINFESTATION THE ROLE OF NEW SOIL FUMIGANTS ENVIRONMENT AND PLASTICS LONG-SCALE BIOCONTROL APPLICATION DIFFERENTIATION AMONG SOUTH AND NORTH EUROPEAN COUNTRIES PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS IN ASIA AND LATIN AMERICA SOIL DISINFESTATION IN USA AND CANADA NEMATODES AND WEEDS INTERNATIONAL TRADE AND EXPORT Further information will be shortly provided at the site of the symposium Looking forward to seeing you in Greece and Crete in September Eris Tjamos Convener Mobile