3rd International Symposium on Work in Agriculture – ISWA, 7th HAFL Cecchini Institute Annual Event (2026), 25. Arbeitswissenschaftliches Kolloquium - AKAL

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NEW! The conference offers 10 sponsorships to support scholars from non-OECD countries. The sponsorship covers the full conference fee, including the conference dinner and excursion (travel and accommodation are not included). Applications must be submitted by May 1, 2026

The symposium will focus on the theme of current and future challenges of work in agriculture from a research, policy and practice perspective.

Global crises, structural change, evolving labour dynamics and other dynamics at multiple levels create challenges of work in agriculture, currently and in the future. This requires research attention, meeting the needs of policy and practice. the symposium brings together researchers, practitioners, and policymakers to address urgent questions and promote sustainable, inclusive solutions.

The symposium covers the following themes:

  • Attractiveness of work in the agri-food sector
  • Decent work in the agri-food sector
  • Knowledge, skills, and education
  • Dynamics of work
  • Health and safety
  • Agricultural workforce development systems