Introduction

It is with great honor that we inform distinguished professors, researchers, specialists, and dear students that the Fourth International Conference and the Eighth National Conference on Organic and Conventional Agriculture will be held on November 18, 2026, hosted by the Faculty of Agriculture and Natural Resources, University of Mohaghegh Ardabili. The primary objective of this scientific event is to provide a dynamic platform for prominent scholars, researchers, and students active in the field of organic and conventional agriculture to exchange knowledge, present research findings, and discuss various aspects of this important domain. The conference offers a valuable opportunity to examine the latest advancements, emerging trends, and existing challenges in organic and conventional agriculture, and to propose innovative solutions aimed at improving the performance of this sector. The main focus of the conference is to create an appropriate forum for the exchange of information on management practices in organic and conventional agriculture, foster collaboration with national and provincial organizations to identify and address the needs of the country’s agricultural sector, enhance public and institutional awareness of the importance of organic agriculture, promote applied research in this field by governmental and private institutions, and facilitate coordination among relevant bodies in the areas of regulation and monitoring of organic and conventional agriculture. Hereby, all esteemed researchers, professors, and students are cordially invited to participate actively in this scientific event and contribute to strengthening the position of organic and conventional agriculture within the country’s development programs. It is hoped that, through the valuable insights and experiences of participants, this conference will take an effective step toward further advancement and improvement of this strategic sector of agriculture in our country.