Aim
This conference aims at serving as a forum for the presentation and discussion on cherry-tomato cultivation and the technology and promotion issues related to this up and coming product.
Santorini is the most appropriate location for hosting this conference, as besides being one of the most beautiful and unique places in the world, the cherry-tomato ("tomataki" to the local people) has long been produced on this volcanic island. Tomato paste production from this "tomataki", and wine making, constituted the base of Santorini’s economy in the nineteenth century and for the first seventy years of the twentieth century. Today the "tomataki" is still an important ingredient in Santorini’s cuisine during the months of June, July and August when it is in season on the island.
The organizers of the "Cherry-tomato Santorini 2nd International Conference" invite scholars and practitioners from all related fields to share their knowledge, views and opinions and to enjoy the rich social program of the conference in the perfect setting... the famous island of Santorini.
Topics
 | History, origin and the spread of Cherry Tomato
| | Santorini cherry tomato and its biodiversity
| | Geographic/Climatic requirements
| | Soil, fertilizer and water requirements
| | Pests and diseases
| | Conventional and biological crop management
| | Hydroponic (Soil less) Cultivation
| | Genetics, breeding, maintenance and seed production
| | Harvesting and post harvest handling
| | Dehydration technology
| | Products and uses
| | The Cherry Tomato's role in contemporary nutrition
| | The Cherry Tomato in comparison to the "Beefsteak" tomato
| | Economical data - Prospects
| | Legal aspects: Certification and sanction of title origin
| | Case studies |
Who should attend
| Universities, research centers & technical institutes
| | Tomato and cherry-tomato producers
| | Agriculturists
| | Agricultural Machinery and Equipment suppliers
| | Agricultural Supplies Companies
| | Agricultural technology suppliers & service providers
| | Production and trade seed companies
| | Crop protection specialists
| | Food and nutrition specialists
| | Governmental & local authorities
| | Agricultural and rural development specialists
| | Agricultural legislation and policy makers
| | Cycladic islands folklore specialists
| | Specialists on Santorini's old tomato paste factories
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Language
The official language of the conference will be English. Simultaneous interpretation from/to Greek will be provided. |
