ABIC2006 will provide the opportunity for public and private organisations and individuals with an interest in agricultural biotechnology to explore the driver and barriers to research, development, innovation and commercialisation of this exciting and critical biotechnology area.

The ABIC 2006 program features outstanding international speakers together with a major AgBio Exhibition with over 80 international and Australasian exhibitors, public event showcasing agricultural biotechnology and interactive panel discussions. For further information on the Conference Program go to the ABIC 2006 website: http://www.abic2006.org

ABIC 2006 program will feature many international speakers and the theme of “unlocking the potential of agricultural biotechnology” will focus on both the innovation and commercialisation; two processes that must go hand in hand. How do we take smart ideas from the laboratory bench to the market place where it will have maximum benefit for society?

As Host organisation, AusBiotech Ltd, is Australia’s peak Biotechnology Industry Organisation.. AusBiotech is the major representative organisation for Australia’s thriving agricultural biotechnology sector, providing initiatives that drive Growth and Sustainability, Outreach, and Access to Markets, and, Representation and Support.