Call for abstracts and papers

Online submission will open on 15 November 2025!

 

Abstracts and papers are invited from policy makers, professionals, academics, researchers, experts, and scientists from both public and private sectors. 

Download the Call for Abstracts and Papers

CONGRESS THEME: Water and agricultural resilience in the face of climate change

Under the theme “Water and agricultural resilience in the face of climate change,” the congress will bring together stakeholders from across the globe – researchers, engineers, institutions, public decision-makers, NGOs, and civil society representatives – to share knowledge, innovations, and experiences on the core challenges of irrigation and drainage.
These topics have never been more relevant. Irrigated agriculture, which covers only 20% of cultivated land, produces nearly 40% of the world's food while accounting for 70% of global water consumption. In a world facing population growth, resource scarcity, soil degradation, and extreme climate events, managing water effectively has become a key condition for agricultural resilience.
This congress is resolutely action-oriented. It will offer a moment to assess and discuss available levers: technological innovations (such as smart irrigation systems, remote sensing, high-efficiency equipment), agroecological practices, public policies, wastewater reuse, and new forms of international cooperation — all essential tools to support the transition towards efficient and sustainable agricultural systems.
The choice of Marseille as host city is a meaningful one. As a Mediterranean city at the crossroads of cultures and climate issues, it embodies both the tensions and opportunities of water management in constrained environments. With its dynamic research ecosystem and strong commitment to sustainability, Marseille also provides fertile ground for dialogue and innovation.

READ THE CONGRESS QUESTIONS

Keydates to remember:

  • Opening of the submission platform: 15 November 2025
  • Abstract submission deadline: 15 February 2026, 23:59 (Central European Time)
  • Abstract notification of acceptance: 28 February 2026
  • Full-Length paper submission deadline (for  accepted abstracts): 31 May 2026
  • Presenters’ registration deadline (with full payment): 31 May 2026
  • Notification of presentations’ format and schedule : June 2026

Submission Process:    

  • All submissions must be made online through the official portal (link available in 15 November 2025)
  • Abstract submissions by email will not be accepted.
  • Abstract submission deadline: 15 February 2026, 23:59 (Central European Time)

Submission Rules:

  • Language : submissions must be written in English.
  • Abstract topic : please select the sub-question (66.1 to 68.2) that best corresponds to the topic for your abstract: 

Icid 2026 Themes De Soumission

  • Abstract length:
    o    Title: maximum 25 words
    o    Abstract body: minimum 500 words, maximum 600 words (excluding title and author information)
    -    References:
    o    The References should be arranged in alphabetical order according to surname
    o    The arrangement in an individual reference should be as under: Name(s) of author(s), Year of issue, Title of publication or article, Name of Periodical or publisher, volume number, issue number, page numbers, language (if other than that of the paper).
    Example: Broner, I. and R.R.P. Law. 1992. Water balance for irrigation using ET input. ICID Bull. 41(2): 173-182.
  • Preferred Presentation format: 
    o    abstracts may be submitted for oral or poster presentation. 
    o    Scientific Committee will determine the final format.
  • Submission limitations:
    o    Multiple submissions are allowed; however, the Organizing Committee recommends one or two abstract submissions per first author/presenter, in order to ensure the widest possible representation of authors.

Best Poster Award

NEW in 2026! The International Commission on Irrigation and Drainage invites submissions for the Best Poster Award.
To promote scientific communication and recognize outstanding contributions, the ICID Congress 2026 is pleased to announce the creation of the Poster Award. This prize aims to encourage the submission of high-quality posters and to highlight innovative research, technical expertise, and impactful projects in irrigation and drainage. Posters will be evaluated by a dedicated jury during the congress. A prize of 500 euros will be awarded to the best poster during the closing ceremony.

By submitting an abstract, authors confirm that:

  1. All authors approve the content of the abstract.
  2. The accuracy of all information has been verified.
  3. The presenter’s registration will be fully paid by 31 May 2026 and the presenter commits to an in-person presentation in Marseille. Remote or pre-recorded presentations will not be accepted.
  4. The presentation will be delivered in English.
  5. The abstract has not been published previously.
  6. Permission for publication of the abstract is granted to the organizers.
  7. Consent is given for publication of the abstract without editing
  8. The final presentation format will be determined by the Scientific Committee.

Abstract Review

All abstracts will undergo a rigorous review by the ICID Scientific Committee.

Full-length paper submission

  • Authors whose abstracts are accepted commit to submitting a full-length paper (maximum 4,000 words) by 31 May 2026.
  • The paper will be published in the Congress proceedings and made available to participants in digital format during the congress.
  • Following the congress, selected papers will be published in two special issues of the ICID Journal “Irrigation and Drainage”.

Contact Information

For any enquiries regarding abstract submissions, please contact the scientific secretariat:  
scientific-icid26@kit-group.org