Dr. Piyakaset Suksathan, former Deputy Director, Queen Sirikit Botanical Garden, Chiang Mai, Thailand  inaugurated the seminar on 01st March 2023. Prof. K.P Sudheer, Dr. S. Pradeep Kumar, Prof. M. Sabu, Dr. N.S Pradeep addressed during the inaugural session. 100 delegates, 12 lead lectures, 38 oral presentations, 15 Poster presentations.

Prof. A. Sabu, Pro- Vice Chancellor, Kannur University delivered the valedictory address on 03rd March 2023.  Awards were also given away for best presentations.