TropBRC LRI-PGKH IPB University proudly presents ICSHA 2026. Specifically, this is the International Conference on Spices, Herbs and Aromatics. We are hosting this event in collaboration with the Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA) IPB University.
Furthermore, this global forum gathers researchers, academics, industry practitioners, policymakers, and stakeholders. Ultimately, the main goal is to foster international collaboration and scientific advancement in the field of spices, herbs, and aromatic plants.
Accordingly, the central theme for this year is “Revitalizing the Spice Heritage: Innovation, Sustainability, and Global Collaboration in Spices, Herbs, and Aromatics Development.”
ICSHA 2026 Event Details and Highlights
The conference will be conducted in a hybrid format, offering both onsite and online participation, on June 23–24, 2026. Specifically, the sessions are scheduled from 08:30 AM to 04:00 PM (UTC+7) at the IPB International Convention Center (IICC).
Distinguished Speakers
During the event, attendees will gain valuable insights from a lineup of renowned experts:
– Dr. A. B. Rema Shree (Chairperson ISO TC 34 Spices and Culinary Herbs, India) – Past, Present and Future Challenges of Spices Development in India
– Dr. Thiruventhan Karunakaran (Universiti Sains Malaysia, Malaysia) – Processing Technology and Product Development for Value-Added Enhancement
– En. Zehnder Jarroop Augustine Mercer (Lembaga Lada Malaysia, Malaysia) – Present and Future challenges of Pepper Utilization in Malaysia
– Assoc. Prof. Dr. Warinthorn Chavasiri (Chulalongkorn University, Thailand)
– Yusra Egayanti, S.Si., Apt., M.P (National Food Agency, Indonesia) – Indonesian spices: safety and quality
– Prof. Dr. Maman Turjaman, DEA (National Research and Innovation Agency, Indonesia) – The Aromatic Revolution: Why Agarwood Must Be at the Heart of the Global Sustainability Pact
– Prof. Dr. Sandra Arifin Aziz (IPB University, Indonesia) – Sustainable Production and Development of Spices, Herbs, and Aromatic Plantsa
Scientific Topics and Publication
In addition to the plenary and invited lectures, the program features oral presentations and interactive discussions. Consequently, these sessions provide excellent networking opportunities. In particular, the key scientific topics include:
– Sustainable production systems and resource management
– Processing technologies and value-added innovation
– Socio-cultural and historical perspectives
– Regulatory frameworks and quality control
– Scientific and technological advances
– Market dynamics and global trade
Publication Opportunities
Crucially, accepted papers will have excellent publication opportunities. For instance, they will be published in Scopus-indexed proceedings through the IOP Conference Series. Moreover, selected papers may appear in Jurnal Jamu Indonesia (SINTA 2 indexed).
Registration and Contact
To participate, please fill out the official registration form.
Registration Form: https://ipb.link/icsha2026
Conference Website: http://icsha.ipb.ac.id
Email: tropbrc.icsha@apps.ipb.ac.id
Please note that after completing your registration, you must join the official WhatsApp Group to receive further updates. Therefore, ensure all submitted information is accurate.
Register for ICSHA 2026 today. By doing so, you will help advance the future of spices, herbs, and aromatics!
Best regards,
✨ TropBRC Conference Team ✨
