Hosted by Dap Solutions Inc. | Toronto, Canada | August 15–16, 2025
The 2nd Annual International Agricultural Conference (IACC 2025) was successfully held from August 15–16, 2025, at the Toronto Botanical Gardens, bringing together a diverse community of institutional leaders, agricultural experts, policymakers, and grassroots advocates. Organized by Dap Solutions Inc., the conference served as a global platform to discuss food security, sustainability, and innovation in agriculture.
With the theme “Strengthening Global Food Security,” the summit explored how innovation, community-driven models, and sustainable practices can collectively address the pressing challenges of global food systems.
Program Overview
The conference opened with a press briefing on August 14, 2025, welcoming international delegates and setting the tone for the sessions ahead. Over two days, participants engaged in keynote addresses, interactive sessions, networking opportunities, and practical showcases of community-based agricultural models.
Key objectives of the summit included:
- Fostering sustainable agricultural practices that balance productivity with environmental conservation.
- Showcasing successful community-based models, especially from underrepresented regions.
- Supporting innovation and technology to enhance productivity and biodiversity.
- Facilitating knowledge sharing across research, policy, and practice.
Key Sessions & Highlights
Day 1 – August 15, 2025
- Opening Ceremony & Keynote Address
The conference was officially launched with welcoming remarks from the IACC Leadership Team, emphasizing collaboration as the cornerstone for sustainable agricultural growth. - Food, Agriculture, and Resource Economics
Delivered by Nidhi Nidhi, Research Assistant at FARE Laboratories, this session explored global and local strategies for resource-efficient agricultural economies. - Community-Based Models of Sustainability
Eddie Jumba, a respected community leader, presented real-world examples of grassroots initiatives driving resilience in food systems, with special attention to newcomer and diaspora contributions. - Innovation, Technology & Biodiversity
Uduak Edet, PhD candidate in Environmental Design and Rural Development, led a discussion on integrating innovation with ecosystem health, highlighting climate-smart practices that also preserve biodiversity.
Day 2 – August 16, 2025
- Empowering Communities for Food Security
Sarah Sekalara of Sika Foods spoke on the role of communities as key drivers of change in strengthening food security, emphasizing the importance of diaspora networks and visual storytelling. - Growth Keynote Address
Desire Ahumuza, Director of IACC, delivered a powerful keynote, urging global stakeholders to invest in youth, technology, and community-centered models to reshape agricultural futures. - Closing & Recognition Ceremony
The program concluded with reflections from the IACC Program Director and a recognition ceremony honoring individuals and organizations for their leadership and impact in agricultural development.
Day 3 – August 17, 2025
- Agricultural Tours
Delegates participated in immersive tours of modern agricultural sites, providing hands-on learning experiences of Canada’s best practices in farming innovation and sustainability.
Speaker Highlights
- Nidhi Nidhi – Research Assistant, FARE Laboratories
- Uduak Edet – PhD Candidate, Environmental Design and Rural Development
- Eddie Jumba – Community Leader and Advocate for Agricultural Cohesion
- Sarah Sekalara – Sika Foods, Business Innovator
- Desire Ahumuza – Director, IACC
Impact and Takeaways
The 2nd Annual International Agricultural Conference 2025 reinforced agriculture’s central role in addressing global food shortages, climate change, and community empowerment. By combining research, innovation, and grassroots action, the event highlighted how collaborative efforts can transform food systems and strengthen resilience worldwide.
Delegates departed with not only fresh knowledge but also expanded networks and actionable strategies to implement within their own regions.
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