Dear colleagues, on August 6-10, 2012, the International Crop Science Congress will be held in Brazil. This will be a great experience for those who will be attending!

The Congress takes place in Bento Gonçalves, a beautifully landscaped, exciting and family-friendly city in southern Brazil. Unique attractions, wineries and historical sites wait for you in the neighborhood. Besides, thousands of beaches, wildlife sanctuaries and exciting places in Brazil are only a short flight away.

So, why should you come to the 6th ICSC? Because the agriculture scenario is booming in many places, but nothing can be compared to the growth of Brazilian agriculture in the last decade. The future of humankind is dependent on the endeavors of crop scientists and this will be the place to be for decisions regarding breeding and genomics, management and sustainability of major crops. The 6th International Crop Scientists Congress is a venue composed of plenary lectures and over 36 symposia that will allow crop scientists worldwide to come to Bento Gonçalves and share their thoughts, passions and research results. Plan to attend.

Antonio Costa de Oliveira
Chair