Notice on Convening the 21st National Seminar on New Fertilizer Technologies and New Processes

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To all relevant departments: 2016 is the starting year of the 13th Five-Year Plan, as well as an important year for further deepening reforms. In order to accelerate the transformation of research results related to new types of fertilizers and the implementation of new processes and technologies, as well as to discuss the latest developments in these areas, the Fertilizer Committee of the Chinese Chemical Society (referred to as the Fertilizer Society) has scheduled the “21st National Symposium on New Fertilizer Technologies and Processes” to be held in Bengbu, Anhui, from May 10 to 12, 2016. Focusing on the themes of “introduction of new fertilizers, dissemination of fertilizer technology, reduction of fertilizer use while increasing efficiency, and soil restoration,” this conference invited research institutions at the forefront of industry technology development and application as well as renowned experts to deliver presentations. These experts shared new knowledge, new processes, and advanced and practical technologies for the production of new fertilizers, and also presented scientific and technological achievements available for transfer. At the same time, industry professionals with many years of experience in production were invited to share their insights on corporate innovation models and development strategies, and to engage in discussions. Some council members of the society and experts from the phosphate compound fertilizer group chaired technical consultation sessions to address questions from enterprise representatives face to face. During the conference, a visit was also made to Anhui Laijia Biotechnology Co., Ltd., a company listed on the New Third Board, to learn about its advanced concepts and successful practices in development. Leaders and technical supervisors of relevant organizations, as well as research institutes and fertilizer equipment manufacturers, are invited to attend. The specific details are as follows:
1. Theme of the conference: Introduction of new fertilizers, dissemination of fertilizer application techniques, methods to reduce fertilizer use while increasing efficiency, and soil restoration.
2. Conference content:
(I) Special technical presentations:
1. Accelerating structural adjustments on the supply side to achieve the “new normal” through six key strategies – An overview of Anhui Province’s fertilizer industry development plan for the 13th Five-Year Plan period (Xia Yingbiao, Honorary President of Anhui Fertilizer Industry Association).
2. Current developments in the domestic and international markets for bio-organic fertilizers (Wang Jianfei, Director/Professor at the Key Laboratory for Bio-organic Fertilizer Development, Ministry of Agriculture).
3. Discussion on the development direction and approaches for new types of fertilizers (Shang Zhaocong, Deputy Director of **Fertilizer Quality Supervision and Inspection Center <Shanghai> / Deputy Director of the National Technical Committee for Standardization of Fertilizers and Soil Conditioners).
4. Zero growth in fertilizer use and the development of new types of fertilizers (Liang Huadong, Researcher at the Ministry of Agriculture’s Fertilizer Quality Supervision, Inspection and Testing Center).
5. Research progress on nano-carrier-based controlled-release fertilizers (Cui Haixin, Director of the Agricultural Nanotechnology Research Center at the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences / Researcher at the Institute of Agricultural Environment and Sustainable Development).
6. Integrated technologies for rapid and environmentally friendly treatment of biomedical waste residues (Cao Weiyu, Chief Engineer at **Phosphorus Compound Fertilizer Production Technology and Equipment Research and Promotion Center).
7. Development of technologies for producing water-soluble fertilizers containing major elements (Zhang Wei, Deputy Director of the Fertilizer Research Institute at Shanghai Chemical Industry Research Institute).
8. Strategies and measures for the comprehensive utilization of waste resources in the compound fertilizer industry (Shao Jianhua, Researcher at Jiangsu Academy of Agricultural Sciences).
9. Yield-increasing mechanisms of Fusheng titanium and its polymers, as well as their applications (Chen Shaorong, Technical Advisor at Longmang Fusheng Technology Co., Ltd.; expert entitled to special government allowances).
10. Uncovering the pitfalls in agricultural input marketing (Nian Jiexiang, Senior Analyst at Wuhan Marketing Research Institute).
11. Techniques for composting wheat straw on-site (Xu Qingjun, Deputy General Manager of Anhui Laimjia Biotechnology Co., Ltd.).
12. Analysis of the working principle of belt-type solidifiers in the production of potassium fertilizer pellets (Sun Shouyu, General Manager of Shandong Linyi Kewei Machinery Co., Ltd.).
13. Applications of various fermentation equipment (Han Yingsheng, Manager of Shandong Huayi Heavy Industry Co., Ltd.).
14. Techniques for preparing plant straw decomposers and characteristics of related products (Cao Guangfeng, Director of Linyi Environmental Protection Compound Fertilizer Research Institute).
15. Production of organic-inorganic composite fertilizers through humic acid activation, as well as integrated coating techniques using biological agents (Yang Huancheng, Chairman of Hubei Yuanfeng Chemical Co., Ltd.). …… (For the exact order of presentations, please refer to the conference guide on the day.)
(II) Panel discussions:
Topics include: Key factors in the development of the microbial fertilizer industry; current status of microbial fertilizer development; the role of mass marketing tactics in the fertilizer market; the current situation and future prospects of microbial fertilizers; views on the currently popular e-commerce platforms for agricultural inputs; ways to address the various issues existing in the microbial fertilizer sector; and strategies to increase a company’s market share.
(III) Presentation of new fertilizer technology achievements, technical consultations, and technical services:
(1) The organizing committee has gathered dozens of new fertilizer research achievements and technical service projects developed by leading research institutions and universities in China over the past few years. These will be presented and offered for acquisition during this conference. Detailed information about these projects is included in the conference’s “Proceedings Collection,” providing an opportunity for the industry to stay informed about the latest advancements in domestic fertilizer production technologies. (All organizations are welcome to send representatives to attend the meeting for information and discussions.) (2) Experts from the Fertilizer Committee of the Chinese Chemical Society, as well as industry professionals with many years of experience in production, will engage in discussions and provide technical advice with enterprise representatives on technical challenges in the production of new types of fertilizers, the adjustment of corporate product portfolios, experiences in technological upgrades, and feasible methods and measures to overcome the current difficulties faced by the industry. (The problems encountered by the participating companies in their production processes, as well as any matters they wish to consult about, can be noted on the response form.) (3) After the conference, the participating representatives will need to invite experts from the Fertilizer Committee of the Chinese Chemical Society to visit the companies in question, so as to assist in developing innovative products, optimizing product structures, improving product quality, and reducing production costs. Relevant arrangements can be made and discussed during this conference. (This service has proven to be very popular and well-received based on the experiences gained from previous annual meetings.) (IV) Expansion of the expert panel members of the Fertilizer Society: In order to make full use of the Fertilizer Society’s strong platform as well as the expertise of its expert members, the society will expand its membership base among organizations, and will add new members to the expert panel at this meeting. All units are requested to recommend outstanding professional and technical personnel. The candidates should be individuals with extensive theoretical and practical experience in research and development, engineering design, equipment manufacturing, and production within the phosphate compound fertilizer industry; those who have made scientific achievements in the field of new fertilizers or possess representative expertise in this area. They should also be able to abide by the codes of conduct and ethical standards for scientists and engineers, and actively participate in the activities organized by the Fertilizer Society. Please indicate in the attendance confirmation form that the society’s secretariat will verify and send out the registration form, and that an appointment letter for experts or a membership certificate will be issued after the form is approved. (5) Site visit: Anhui Laijemjia Biotechnology Co., Ltd. is a company listed on the New Third Board (stock code: 832837). Located in the Economic Development Zone of Huaiyuan County, Anhui Province, it aims to \"develop organic fertilizers for the benefit of all humanity\" and is dedicated to the research, development, and promotion of biological organic fertilizers. It currently has research institutions such as the Key Laboratory for the Development of Bio-organic Fertilizers under the Ministry of Agriculture, and the Anhui Organic Fertilizer Engineering Technology Research Center. It has undertaken over 20 projects at the **level and provincial levels, and holds more than 60 various patents. The company conducts research on technologies such as crop straw treatment, the screening and propagation of functional microorganisms in biological fertilizers, and soil remediation. It has developed new provincial-level products including a special organic-inorganic compound fertilizer for preventing rice glumes from closing, straw decomposers, bio-organic fertilizers, and water-soluble fertilizers. It has received over 30 honors, including “Famous Trademark in China,” “Famous Brand Product in Anhui,” “Key New Product in Anhui Province,” “One of the Top 100 Most Investment-Valuable Growing Enterprises in Anhui,” “National Model Unit for Cooperation between Fertilizer Manufacturers and Soil Testing Services,” “Product Awarded a Gold Prize at the Shanghai World Expo,” and “Founder of the China Organic Fertilizer Industry Technology Innovation Strategic Alliance.” Zhang Congjun, Chairman of Anhui Laimjia Biotechnology Co., Ltd., along with all the employees, welcomes all representatives to visit the company for guidance! 3. Participants: Relevant competent departments from **relevant ministries and local authorities**, member units of the Fertilizer Subcommittee of the Chinese Chemical Society as well as experts from various academic groups; representatives from manufacturers of phosphate fertilizers, compound (mixed) fertilizers, functional fertilizers (organic fertilizers, biological fertilizers, fertilizer-drug combinations, nano-fertilizers, slow/controlled-release fertilizers, water-soluble fertilizers, potassium humate fertilizers, seaweed fertilizers, etc.) and soil conditioners; general managers, plant directors, chief engineers, heads of production departments and engineering improvement departments from some of China’s top 100 fertilizer companies, along with relevant technical personnel ； Relevant associations, higher education institutions, research institutes, engineering companies, environmental protection firms, equipment manufacturing units, as well as enterprises involved in engineering and technology, upstream and downstream supporting enterprises, fertilizer distributors, consulting agencies and social organizations, news media, etc. 4. Meeting arrangements: Meeting time: Registration on May 10, 2016; the meetings will take place from May 11 to 12. Meeting location: Lishi Global Hotel, Bengbu City, Anhui Province. Address: No. 3000 HuaiShang Avenue, HuaiShang District, Bengbu City, Postal Code: 274000. Hotel phone: 0552-2839999. Contacts: Manager Liu Ying, 18105528751; Li Chen, 18105528766. 5. Transportation: (1) By car to the hotel: Take the G36 Ningluo Expressway, exit at Bengbu North, then drive south along Benggu Road for 3 km to reach the hotel ； On G3 Beijing-Taiwan Expressway, take the Bengbu West exit and drive 10 km east along Huaiwu Road to reach our store. (2) From High-Speed Railway South Station to the hotel: The distance is 15 kilometers; it takes about 20 minutes by taxi (around 20 yuan), or about 30 minutes by bus route 127, with the hotel being visible upon arriving at Tongcheng Guomao Station (2 yuan) ； The fare for a taxi from Bengbu Railway Station is about 10 yuan, while taking bus route 109 will take you to Tongcheng Guomao Station in around 30 minutes. 6. The conference fee is 2,200 yuan per person; this amount includes costs for organizing the conference, materials, meals, field trips, and gifts. (If the payment is made before May 6: 2000 yuan per person; if the payment is made after May 6 or on-site: 2200 yuan per person.) Accommodation will be arranged uniformly, with costs to be borne by the participants. Lishi Global Hotel (five-star standard) conference rate: 298 RMB per room per day (including breakfast). In addition to the conference fee, organizations that provide equipment and related technical products and services must also pay a conference promotion fee of 2,000 yuan per organization; they are allowed to display product materials, promotional banners, or hang banners congratulating on the successful holding of the conference at the venue. 7. Contact information for the Organizing Committee Office: Address: No. 345, Yunling East Road, (within the Shanghai Institute of Chemical Technology), Fertilizer Professional Committee of the Chinese Chemical Society, Postal Code: 200062. Contacts: He Jianfang, Senior Engineer, Phone: 13641914354, QQ: 3152771814; Wang Siping, Senior Engineer, Phone: 18917056443. Telephone number: 021-52802925 ； 021-52815377× 1105 (also fax) Email: China_hfxh@126.com ； 3152771814@qq.com. New Fertilizer Industry Technology Alliance Group: 345707896 (Join us!). Organized by the Fertilizer Committee of the Chinese Chemical Society, April 10, 2016. Organizers: Fertilizer Committee of the Chinese Chemical Society, Shanghai Research Institute of Chemistry. Co-organizers and supporters: Anhui Laimijia Biotechnology Co., Ltd., Anhui Fertilizer Industry Association, **Fertilizer Quality Inspection Center (Shanghai), Ministry of Agriculture’s Fertilizer Quality Supervision, Inspection and Testing Center, **Phosphorus Compound Fertilizer Production Technology and Equipment Promotion Center, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Shandong Linyi Kewei Machinery Co., Ltd., Shandong Huayi Heavy Industry Co., Ltd., Shanghai Gaowei Industrial Technology Co., Ltd. Media support: “Fertilizer Industry” magazine, National Fertilizer Industry Information Network, China Chemical News, Agricultural Inputs Guide. CC: Petrochemical industry offices in various provinces and cities, chemical societies, agricultural technology extension centers, soil and fertilizer stations, agricultural input companies