1st International Confereence on Sustainable Agriculture
Logo's Deskription :
The ICSA (Since 2026) logo features a blend of cultural and natural elements that represent the beauty and identity of Bali. In the center is an image of a temple, a symbol of Balinese spirituality and culture. Behind it are green mountains, symbolizing strength and steadfastness, and blue waves, representing the balance and dynamism of life. In the upper left corner, a shining sun symbolizes enthusiasm, hope, and positive energy. A black silhouette of the island of Bali surrounds the top of the logo, emphasizing ICSA's roots in Bali. The golden circle surrounding the logo symbolizes unity and eternity, while the golden rice stalks on the right side represent prosperity, hard work, and well-being.The words "Since 2026" at the bottom indicate the year the conference began, signifying the beginning of a long journey and commitment to growth.
Agriculture remains the fundamental pillar of global food security, a principal source of livelihoods for billions of people, and a vital engine of economic growth in many countries. Yet, in the past decade, the global food system has been confronted with an escalating array of complex and interconnected challenges. Climate change, the degradation of natural resources, inequitable access to land and markets, and unsustainable farming practices have placed unprecedented pressure on our ability to meet the nutritional needs of present and future generations.
Findings from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) highlight how shifting precipitation patterns, rising average temperatures, and the increasing frequency of extreme weather events are undermining agricultural productivity in multiple regions. Concurrently, soil degradation, biodiversity loss, and water contamination resulting from excessive chemical inputs are diminishing the natural resource base essential for sustaining agricultural output.
The challenges are not solely environmental. Social and economic inequities within food systems are equally pressing. Smallholder farmers, who are responsible for producing the majority of the world’s food, often operate in conditions of heightened vulnerability, with limited access to modern technologies, financial capital, and fair market opportunities. Without targeted policy reforms and more inclusive distribution mechanisms, these disparities risk deepening, further marginalizing those at the core of food production.
Regenerative agriculture has emerged as a transformative paradigm—one that seeks not merely to sustain, but to restore and enhance agricultural ecosystems. It integrates ecologically sound farming practices, empowers farming communities, and harnesses sustainable technological innovations. This approach aligns directly with the United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, particularly Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 2 (Zero Hunger), SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production), and SDG 13 (Climate Action).
As 2030 approaches, there is an urgent need for multi-stakeholder, cross-sector collaboration to transition toward food systems that are climate-resilient, socially equitable, and ecologically regenerative. Such a transformation is indispensable not only to ensuring long-term food security but also to safeguarding planetary health and fostering global well-being.
In this context, the theme “Sustainable Agriculture 2030: Advancing Climate-Resilient, Equitable, and Regenerative Food Systems” offers a timely and strategic platform for fostering dialogue, mobilizing action, and forging partnerships that can shape a sustainable and inclusive food future.
