The combined conference is a forum for researchers from around the globe to present current research on new ornamental crops for world markets and the latest research on Proteaceous species and related plants.

The four-day scientific program features two days of plenary and separate concurrent sessions, one focussed on Proteaceae and related plants, the other on new ornamental crops, followed by two days of technical field visits.

Participants interested in either an oral or a poster presentation are invited to submit an abstract on one of the key themes for the conference, without delay. These include innovations and new technologies associated with breeding, propagation, production and postharvest management of Proteaceae and new ornamental crops. In addition there will be discussions on the commercialisation of new varieties, marketing and market trends, and the state of the industry.

For more information about the symposium, please go to http://www.ishs.org/symposium/422