Prof. Okumura gave a talk at Department of Plant Sciences, University of Saskatchewan.

Host: Prof. Raju Soolanayakanahally, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Saskatoon Research and Development Centre, Prof. Karen K. Tanino, College of Agriculture and Bioresources, U of Saskatchewan, and Prof. Kirstin Bett, Department of Plant Sciences, U of Saskatchewan.

Below is detail of the lecture.

Title:
Exploring Sustainable Society Advancements: The Role of Plasma Agriculture

Abstract: Plasma agriculture encompasses three key aspects: plasma seeds, plasma sterilization, and plasma fertilizer. This lecture will primarily delve into pioneering research on plasma seeds. The process of irradiating seeds with plasma for several minutes triggers a range of plant responses, such as accelerated germination, enhanced growth, increased yield, and even alteration of DNA methylation. This lecture assures participants an immersive experience at the forefront of the rapidly advancing field of plasma agriculture, which is gaining momentum across Europe, the US, and Asia.

Photos…

Horizon from hotel close to University of Saskatchewan.

U of Saskatchewan.

Prof. Parasuraman Boominathan (Tamil Nadu Agricultural University), Prof. Raju Soolanayakanahally (Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada Saskatchewan), and Prof. Karen Tanino (University of Saskatchewan) (from the left) at dinner.

The restaurant Las Palapas