ACKNOWLEDGEMENT TO COUNTRY

In Australia, the protocol is to recognise the Traditional Owners of the land to which we are gathering. Therefore, all presentations must begin with an acknowledgement to country and to local Traditional Elders: “We wish to acknowledge and respect the traditional custodians whose ancestral lands we are to meet upon. We acknowledge the deep feelings of attachment and relationship of Aboriginal peoples to Country. We also pay respects to the cultural authority of Aboriginal peoples visiting / attending from other areas of Australia who are present here”.

Integrated Conference Services acknowledges and pay our respect to the Traditional people of the Country. "Welcome to Country" ceremony and "acknowledging the traditional custodians" of the land shows respect for Aboriginal people as Australia's First Peoples. Ceremonies and protocols are a fundamental part of Aboriginal cultures.

THE CONFERENCE

The 2026 International Australian Red Claw Growers Conference is the premier gathering for aquaculture professionals, researchers, policymakers, and industry innovators committed to advancing sustainable red claw (Cherax quadricarinatus) aquaculture. Hosted at the scenic Cruisers Beach Resort in Salvacion, San Agustin, Surigao Del Sur, Philippines, this 1.5-day conference offers a unique opportunity to explore the latest science, practical techniques, and market strategies shaping the future of red claw farming. Attendees will gain actionable insights into sustainability, biosecurity, genetics, nutrition, and value chain development, equipping them to optimize farm productivity while protecting the environment.

The conference is hosted by Indigenous Conference Services in collaboration with ICS Australia Red Claw Farm. Featured internal guest speakers include Dr. Nathan Cleasby, founder of Living Water Aquaculture in Queensland Australia amongst other growers bringing together a wealth of expertise in hatchery management, sustainable seafood production, and innovative farm practices. Nathan’s keynote address will highlight over a decade of experience in the Australian aquaculture industry, offering a rare perspective on integrating sustainability with profitability. Participants will also engage with practical sessions, panel discussions, and interactive workshops, addressing challenges from seed quality and disease management to market expansion and regional collaboration.

A hallmark of the conference is the ARC Farm familiarization visit, designed to provide hands-on learning and practical exposure to modern red claw aquaculture operations. Emerging industry growers, especially from Asia, will benefit from this immersive experience, gaining insights into sustainable farm management, biosecurity protocols, and innovative production methods. By connecting global experts, regional producers, and new entrants to the industry, the conference aims to foster collaboration, inspire innovation, and drive a resilient and profitable future for the red claw aquaculture sector.

CONFERENCE THEMES

The 2026 International Australian Red Claw Growers Conference will focus on five pivotal themes shaping the future of red claw aquaculture:

• Sustainability & Environmental Stewardship, promoting eco-friendly, responsible farming practices;

• Biosecurity & Health Management, safeguarding farms through disease prevention and robust biosecurity protocols;

• Genetics & Production Innovation, advancing selective breeding, seed quality, and cutting-edge production technologies;

• Nutrition & Health, optimizing feeding strategies and animal wellbeing to enhance growth and farm performance; and

• Markets & Emerging Opportunities, expanding domestic and international trade pathways while supporting new and emerging growers, particularly from Asia.

CONFERENCE AIMS & OBJECTIVES

The 2026 International Australian Red Claw Growers Conference aims to serve as the premier platform for advancing knowledge, innovation, and collaboration within the red claw aquaculture sector. By bringing together farmers, researchers, industry leaders, and emerging growers from Asia and beyond, the conference seeks to foster practical solutions to contemporary challenges in sustainability, biosecurity, nutrition, genetics, and market development. Through a combination of keynote presentations, interactive workshops, panel discussions, and hands-on farm familiarization visits, participants will gain actionable insights that can be immediately applied to enhance farm productivity, animal health, and long-term environmental stewardship.

At its core, the conference is guided by a philosophy of responsible growth, inclusivity, and innovation. It emphasizes the importance of integrating scientific knowledge with practical farm experience to build resilient and profitable aquaculture operations. By highlighting best practices in sustainable production, biosecurity management, and nutrition, the conference encourages collaboration across international markets and emerging industry networks, particularly in Asia. Ultimately, it seeks to inspire a new generation of growers and industry stakeholders to embrace innovation while maintaining a commitment to environmental stewardship and ethical aquaculture practices.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

The 2026 International Australian Red Claw Growers Conference brings together a wide range of stakeholders, including:

• Commercial and emerging red claw farmers seeking to improve productivity and operational efficiency

• Researchers and academics involved in aquaculture science and innovation

• Aquaculture consultants offering technical and advisory expertise

• Policy makers and regulatory authorities shaping sustainable aquaculture frameworks

• Feed and hatchery specialists focused on nutrition, breeding, and health management

• Investors and industry suppliers looking for market opportunities and collaborations

• Emerging growers from Asia and the Pacific region exploring international partnerships and learning best practices

CALL FOR PAPERS

We invite submissions that showcase innovation, research, and community initiatives in red claw aquaculture. Papers should align with the conference themes of sustainability, biosecurity, nutrition, genetics, and market development, and highlight practical insights or emerging industry programs. At least 50% of proceedings will feature community-based projects, ensuring grassroots initiatives are celebrated.

Key Guidelines:

• Respect cultural sensitivities including regional perspectives

• Submit in Microsoft Word format, no later than 60 days before the conference

• Multiple presenters allowed; only two per paper qualify for registration discount

• Papers must be positive, practical, and informative

• Registration fee: $500 per paper, payable within 7 days of acceptance

Benefits:

• Share your expertise nationally and internationally

• Gain exposure, collaborate with peers, and inspire the next generation of growers

• Minimize staff downtime – short, intensive conference format

Closing date to submit your paper is March 30, 2026. SUBMIT A PAPER HERE.

BECOME A SPONSOR 

Showcase your products, services, and innovations to growers, researchers, and industry leaders from Australia and Asia. Gain high-profile visibility, direct engagement, and the chance to support sustainable, profitable, and innovative red claw aquaculture while building valuable partnerships and brand recognition.

Flexible sponsorship packages are available. Sponsorship opportunities are only open to businesses and private enterprises, not individuals. To showcase your organisation to all conference delegates, ICS has developed hassle-free promotional opportunities and sponsorship packages according to your budget and tailored to your organisation's needs.

• Gold Sponsorship ($10,000) includes: Keynote session or Break-out sessions, Waived registration fees for your selected staff, Complimentary seats at networking conference dinner, Complimentary display table & USB with photos for reporting purposes.

• Silver Sponsorship ($7,000) includes: Keynote session, Waived registration fees for your selected staff, Complimentary seats at networking conference dinner, Complimentary display table & USB with photos for reporting purposes.

• Bronze Sponsorship ($5,000) includes: Break-out Session, Waived registration fee for your selected staff, Complimentary Display Table & USB with photos for reporting purposes.

To sponsor the conference, please contact us. Indigenous Conference Services (Australia) will be of further assistance in tailoring your sponsorship arrangement. Please phone us on +61 414687972 or send us your expression of interest to admin@icsconferences.org.

Why Attend

This conference presents a unique opportunity for delegates to participate in a positive environment that is dedicated to the sharing of information and the empowering of all who attend. In our everyday working environment the day to day stresses of our positions tends to limit us in expanding our knowledge and networking. Whether you work at a community level or at governmental level, the opportunity to network and gain contacts outside of your local region tend to be limited, this is why this conference will be so valuable to participants. Hence, we invite you to attend and register now!

BENEFITS OF ATTENDING FOR THE EMPLOYER

As an employee, we are asked to present valid reasons why we should attend. Listed below are valid points that can be raised with your employer to justify your attendance: Staff attending conferences regularly tend to become long term employees. An event such as this adds to the positive morale of staff.

• Staff attending conferences regularly tend to become long-term employees.
• An event such as this adds to the positive morale of staff.
• Conferences are a great way of providing ongoing training.
• Provides the opportunity to further enhance the organisation's knowledge base.
• The opportunity for saving organisations money because of the short duration of the event.
• Allows delegates to showcase the organisation nationally and Integratedly.
• May provide organisations with new ideas.
• Gives organisations a showcase and voice at a national level.
• Provide an opportunity to evaluate various programs.
• Because this event is conducted over a short period, staff are only absent for a minimal number of days.

CALLING FOR PAPER

To ensure grassroots community programs are highlighted, no less than 50 per cent of the conference proceedings are and is devoted to community groups. If your paper is selected, you may have more than one presenter to present your paper. However, only two presenters will be entitled to the registration discount. If you are chosen to present at the conference, your paper will form part of the conference proceedings and be distributed at the conclusion of the event with all other presentations.

Guidelines in Submitting Paper:

• Papers should not contain offensive language and take into account cultural sensitivities of Australian first nation people.
• Papers must treat the themes in a manner that contributes to further discussion of conference aims.
• Conference papers must be presented in the finished format not less than 60 days prior to the event.
• Papers that are not chosen in the first round may be resubmitted in the second round.
• Papers MUST be submitted in Microsoft Word format. Papers in other formats will NOT be considered.
• Authors of papers presented at the conference will be formally notified of their acceptance in writing.
• A registration fee of $850 will apply to all persons submitting papers, payable within 7 days upon notification of acceptance.
• Papers should explore ways in which the themes show up in the philosophy of the conference.
• All papers must be presented in a positive and informative light.
• To submit a paper, please complete the online form at this link: SUBMIT A PAPER HERE.
• Conferences are a great way of providing ongoing training and provide the opportunity to further enhance the organisation's knowledge base.
• Allows delegates to showcase the organisation nationally and Integratedly.
• May provide organisations with new ideas and gives organisations a voice at a national/Integrated level.
• Provides an opportunity to evaluate various programs.
• Because this event is conducted over a short period, staff are only absent for a minimal amount of time.

GUEST SPEAKERS

The event is blessed with a kaleidoscope of guest speakers, sharing stories, successes and challenges they’ve overcome, presenting great opportunities and inspiration for delegates to participate in an event that is devoted to the sharing of Culture, Empowerment, Education & Networking. Drawn from a variety of cultural backgrounds, professional careers, and grassroots community commitments, this year’s conference speakers are the difference between an ordinary and extraordinary event; one that is soon forgotten and one which lingers in attendees' memories, a source of tremendous benefit long after the conference is over.

REGISTRATION

Register early to get a discount! Please note that registrations are set out in an affordable way for organisations, which changes on a monthly basis. Hence the earlier you register, the more savings for your organisation. Registration fees include all-day access to the event, available conference papers, daily lunch, and refreshments for registered delegates only. Fees do not include travel costs or accommodation. Registration fees must be received within 7 DAYS from being issued an invoice. Otherwise, bookings will not be considered. To register, please click on the registration button and complete the form. Upon receipt of your completed registration form, we will email you the tax invoice.

SPONSORING THE CONFERENCE

Flexible sponsorship packages are available. Sponsorship opportunities are only open to businesses and private enterprises, not individuals. To showcase your organisation to all conference delegates, ICS has developed hassle-free promotional opportunities and sponsorship packages according to your budget and tailored to your organisation’s needs.

• Gold Sponsorship ($10,000) includes: Keynote session or Break-out sessions, Waived registration fees for your selected staff, Complimentary seats at networking conference dinner, Complimentary display table & USB with photos for reporting purposes.
• Silver Sponsorship ($7,000) includes: Keynote session, Waived registration fees for your selected staff, Complimentary seats at networking conference dinner, Complimentary display table & USB with photos for reporting purposes.
• Bronze Sponsorship ($5,000) includes: Break-out Session, Waived registration fee for your selected staff, Complimentary Display Table & USB with photos for reporting purposes.

To sponsor the conference, please contact us. Integrated Conference Services (Australia) will be of further assistance in tailoring your sponsorship arrangement. Please phone us on +61 4557 76 668 or send us your expression of interest to admin@icsconferences.org.

CONTACT US

For more information or inquiries, please reach out to us at the following contact details:

• ICS-MEES Pty Ltd
• Integrated Conference Services (Australia)
• Postal Address: P.O. BOX 702 EDMONTON LPO QLD 4869
• Web: www.icsconferences.org
• Email: admin@icsconferences.org
• Phone: 07 40009111, +61 4557 76 668