ISTA Workshop on Insect Detection in Seed Testing
The overall aim of the workshop is to provide information on insect detection in seed lots and to enable participants to practise the different methods that can be used. During the theoretical presentations and training sessions, participants will gain an insight into the potential and limitations of using these methods in seed testing. Some information on how to identify insects will also be presented. The workshop will also encourage general discussion and feedback on this increasing issue.
| Date | 04.03.2025 - 05.03.2025 |
| Location | GEVES, Angers |
| Country | France |
| Registration |
Information
Workshop content*
- Tuesday: SNES visit (optional) and Seminar. This part will include presentations on insect taxonomy, on technologies and hands on experiences.
- Wednesday: Demonstration of different methods on two seed/insect models (Bruchus spp./Fabaceae and Sitophilus granarius/wheat) and round table discussion on the needs, advantages and disadvantages of the methods and their applicability between the participants, the experts on the methods and the experts on the insects.
*The language will be English – no translation.
Local Organiser
Institution: GEVES
Address: 25 Rue Georges Morel, 49070 Beaucouzé (France)
Name of contact person: Laura CORDIER
E-Mail: laura.cordier@geves.fr
Phone: +33 (0)2 41 22 58 51
Lecturers and Animators of practical demonstrations
- Birte Boelt, Aarhus University, Denmark
- Aurélie Charrier, GEVES, France
- Nicolas Denancé, GEVES, France
- Bert van Duijn, Leiden University, The Netherlands,
- Damien Gonzalez, GEVES, France
- Francisco Guilhien, University of São Paulo (USP), Brasil
- Sherif Hamdy, GEVES, France
- Laurence Le Corre, GEVES, France
- Jaiana Malabarba, GEVES, France
- Philippe Pannetier, GEVES, France
- Clotilde Polderman-Roussille, GEVES, France
- Philippe Reynaud, ANSES-LSV, France
- Ludivine Soubigou-Taconnat, GEVES, France
- 1 additional lecturer
Preliminary Program
| Tuesday, 04 March 2025 | Wednesday, 05 March 2025 |
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8:30-9:00 Welcome of participants 9:00-9:30 GEVES presentation 9:30-11:00 SNES Visit 11:00-11:15 Coffee break 11:30-11:50 Insects and seed lots around the world 11:50-12:20 Regulatory issues 12:20-12:50 General presentation on insects and their identification at different stages 13:00-14:00 Lunch 14:10-14:25 General presentation of ISTA project 14:25-14:40 Visual inspection 14:40-14:55 Berlese funnel and Sieving 14:55-15:10 X-ray imaging 15:10-15:25 Insect respiration measurement 15:30-16:00 Coffee break 16:00-16:15 Multispectral imaging 16:15-16:30 Insect Identification by barcoding 16:30-17:00 ISTA project conclusion 19:00 Official dinner |
9:00-12:30 6 practical workshops (30 min/workshop)
Coffee
12:30-14:00 Lunch 14:00-15:00 X-ray imaging and Artificial Intelligence 15:00-16:00 Round table 16:00 Conclusion of workshop & Coffee break |
Participation Fee:
Indicate the amount from the budget form for ISTA Members: 450€
Indicate the amount from the budget form for non-ISTA Members: 675€
The participation fee includes all literature and supporting material for the workshop, lunches and coffee breaks, workshop dinner and transfer between the workshop venue and hotels (except airport transfer).
It does not include accommodation or meals other than those specified.
The number of participants is for a minimum of 15 and restricted to a maximum of 25 participants.
If you would like to attend the workshop, please fill in the registration form. An invoice will be sent to you, which has to be paid before the participation confirmation will be generated. You can pay by credit card upon individual request to the ISTA Secretariat.
Registration deadline is 31 January 2025.
Please note:
- For cancellations made before 31 January 2025 registration fees are refundable less EUR 50.00 administration fee.
- For cancellations made after 31 January 2025 registration fees are non-refundable.
Accommodation:
A range of accommodation is available in Angers. We will aim for all participants to stay in the same or nearby accommodation. Please contact the local organiser for accommodation options and how to book.
Travel & Visa information:
Visa information requirements can be found at: https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/en/coming-to-france/
Travel : preferred airport in Paris or in Nantes, and train station “Angers Saint Laud”
A letter of invitation for obtaining Visa will be issued for the participants only after payment of the participation fee.
For any additional information, please contact: laura.cordier@geves.fr.