Sustainable Farming Special Interest Group (SIG) 2026
2026-07-14 10:00 - 16:00 (Europe/London)
Sustainable Farming Special Interest Group (SIG)

Date: Tuesday 14 July (10:00 – 16:00)

Venue: Rothamsted Research, Harpenden

To celebrate the new expanded Sustainable Farming SIG, this event brings together sustainable agriculture and forestry with pollination and parasitoids, under the theme ‘co-benefits and trade-offs’. It’s an opportunity to explore the different needs of insects in a productive landscape, and how to apply entomology towards systems that work for both society and nature.

Join us for:

Two keynotes talks

Flash-talks

Posters

A tractor tour of Rothamsted Research

A visit to insect survey traps for long-term experiments

Plenty of time for networking and discussion

Registration and call for abstracts is now OPEN below!

Learn more about our Sustainable Farming Special Interest Group and the Convenors.

Keynote Speakers

Dr Jo Staley, UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology

Field boundaries and beyond: do agri-environment schemes support insect pollinators at multiple spatial scales?

Jo’s research focusses on large-scale field surveys to investigate biodiversity responses to habitat management, agricultural practices and climate change.

Jo currently leads the Landscape-scale monitoring of mobile species to agri-environment schemes project, monitoring the responses of insects, birds and bats to agri-environment management, applied at different spatial scales and across multiple agricultural landscapes in England. Her projects also focus on hedgerow ecology, using field experiments and surveys to test the effects of hedgerow management, rejuvenation, structure and age on provision of resources for wildlife and insect assemblages. She has previously worked on biodiversity responses to regenerative farming and sustainable agriculture.

Prof. Nicola Randall, Harper Adams University

Biography and talk title to follow.

Sponsorship & Exhibition Opportunities

We would love to hear from you if you are interested in partnering with us on this event. See packages available below, or contact fran.fleming@royensoc.co.uk for more information.

Sustainable Farming Sponsorship brochureDownload

Abstract submission

We are looking for abstract submissions for posters and 5-minute flash talks (3 minute talks and 2 minutes for Q&A) to align with the SIG theme. The deadline for abstract submission is 5pm on Friday 29th May.

Submit your abstract

Travel & Accommodation

Rothamsted Research, West Common, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2JQ

Travelling by train:

Harpenden is 28 mins by Train from London St Pancras. Taxis are available on arrival at Harpenden station or it is a 10-15 min walk to Rothamsted Research.

Travelling by road:

Take J9 off the M1 and follow signs to Redbourn. Go past the Hertfordshire County Showground on your right. At the roundabout take the first exit and follow the B487 until the next roundabout. At the roundabout take the first exit onto the A1081, Rothamsted Research is signposted on your left.

The Conference Centre is a short walk from the entrance on your left. Ample free parking is available (follow the signs for conference parking).

Accommodation suggestions:

The Old Cock Inn Coaching House – 0.9 miles (limited rooms available)

Hilcote House Bed & Breakfast – 2 miles

Hyde Mill Bed & Breakfast – 3.1 miles

Aubrey Park Hotel – 4 miles

Luton Hoo Hotel – 4.2 miles

Clarion Collection Hotel – 4.7 miles

Premier Inn, Luton Town Centre – 7 miles

Registration

Note: By registering for and attending this event, you acknowledge that photographs and/or video recordings may be taken. These images may be used by the Royal Entomological Society for promotional, educational, and archival purposes, including publication on our website, social media, and printed materials. If you do not wish to be photographed or filmed, please inform a member of the organising team on arrival or contact us in advance at events@royensoc.co.uk.

Registration Deadline: 17:00 (BST), 1 July

Standard registration cost RES Student£30RES Member£60RES Associate Member or Non Member£100

Ento26
2026-09-08 09:00 - 2026-09-10 17:00
8 – 10 September 2026, Centre for Student Life, Cardiff University

We are delighted to invite you to Ento26, the Royal Entomological Society’s annual meeting dedicated to insect science. Join the global entomological community, with opportunities to present your work, meet new contacts and build collaborations.

You can join discussions on social media using #Ento26

What’s on at Ento26

Registration

Abstract Submission

Exhibition & Sponsorship

Symposia & Workshops

Plenary Speakers

Accommodation & Travel

Annual General Meeting

Rydym wrth ein bodd yn croesawu Ento26 i ddinas Caerdydd!

We are delighted to be hosting Ento26 in the city of Cardiff!

We would like to thank the Ento Convenors for their support with the programme planning.

Our Convenors represent four institutions across Wales. Swansea University, Bangor University, University of Bristol and BioMonde, Bridgend.

Lucy Alford

Micah Flores

Wendy Harris

Benjamin Jarrett

Meet the Convenors

Find out What’s on at Ento26

What’s on at Ento26

Ento26 is RES’s annual insect science meeting taking place in Cardiff in September 2026, featuring social events, symposia, workshops and opportunities for members to present research, network and collaborate.

At Ento26, you can:

submit your own research abstracts to join the programme (Deadline: 17:00, Friday 12 June)

take part in exhibition and sponsorship opportunities for organisations to promote their wares, and for delegates to enjoy what’s on offer

discover diverse research topics and interactive sessions

hear from three expert plenary speakers

get involved in the fringe events surrounding Ento26, with familiar activities including the Conference Run, EntoFashion, EntOlympics, Bug Bingo and more

dine with fellow researchers at the Conference Dinner (additional cost)

network with peers and develop collaborations across the entomological community

explore the scenic sights around the conference venue, from coastland, green spaces and cultural landmarks to local museums and historic architecture

and much more

Ento26 Abstract Submission

8-10 September 2026, The Centre for Student Life, Cardiff UniversityWant to share your research at our flagship conference? Submit your abstracts via the form linked below.Deadline for abstract submissions: 17:00 (BST), Friday 12 June 2026

Share your research at Ento26 – Submit your abstract now

Conference dinner

Join us on Wednesday 9 September for the Ento26 Conference Dinner! Enjoy an evening with colleagues old and new, at the Parkgate Hotel, a 15-20 minute walk from the main conference venue.

The ticket includes a three-course buffet, welcome drink and entertainment. Other drinks can be purchased on arrival.

Spaces are limited so book now to save disappointment. Tickets can be added to your registration booking and are priced at £65 per person.

Registration Deadline: Monday 24 August

Register now

Not a RES Member or Fellow yet? Save £140+* on your earlybird Ento26 registration!

To join the Society as a standard Member, our 2026 membership fee is £68*.

Taking advantage of the Ento26 earlybird rate for a standard Member of £240 brings your full membership and registration cost to £308 (a saving of £140+ from the full priced non-member registration costed at £380 – plus discounted attendance to all of our conferences for the rest of the year and additional membership benefits)

*Concessionary rates are available for those retired/over 65 or individuals living in low-middle income countries.

Join our international community and save on registration to Ento26 and all RES events

Registration

Note: By registering for and attending this event, you acknowledge that photographs and/or video recordings may be taken. These images maybe used by the Royal Entomological Society for promotional, educational, and archival purposes, including publication on our website, social media, and printed materials. If you do not wish to be photographed or filmed, please inform a member of the organising team on arrival or contact us in advance at events@royensoc.co.uk.

Early bird registration deadline: 17:00 (BST), Friday 3 JulyStandard registration deadline: 17:00 (BST), Monday 24 August

Registration Only Prices

EARLYBIRD (Deadline Friday 3 July)Full DelegatesRES Student £120RES Member £240RES Associate Member or Non Member £380

One day onlyRES Student £60RES Member£125RES Associate Member or Non Member£200

STANDARD RATE(From Friday 3 July to Deadline Monday 24 August)Full DelegatesRES Student£170RES Member£315RES Associate Member or Non Member£475

One day onlyRES Student£100RES Member£200RES Associate Member or Non Member£285

Registration + Conference Dinner Prices

Additional Conference Dinner available for purchase at £65 as a ‘Dinner Only’ ticket for those only attending the Conference Dinner and not registering to attend the full Ento26 conference – This may be a partner or guest to a paying delegate.

EARLYBIRD (Deadline Friday 4 July)Full DelegatesRES Student £185RES Member £305RES Associate Member or Non Member £445

One day onlyRES Student £125RES Member£190RES Associate Member or Non Member£265

STANDARD RATE(From Friday 4 July to Deadline Monday 24 August)Full DelegatesRES Student£235RES Member£380RES Associate Member or Non Member£540

One day onlyRES Student£165RES Member£265RES Associate Member or Non Member£350

If you are registering on behalf of someone else, please be sure to use the name and details of the person attending.

If you require any assistance with your purchase or would like more information, please feel free to email us at info@royensoc.co.uk.

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Advances in Hemipteran Research 2026
2026-10-29 10:00 - 2026-10-30 17:00
Advances in Hemipteran Research 2026

Thursday 29 October – Friday 30 October 2026

UCLouvain, Brussels Woluwe Campus, Belgium

The Royal Entomological Society has expanded its former Aphid Special Interest Group to cover all hemipterans and is delighted to be working with the Aphid Research Network BAPOA, supported by INRAE, the French National Research Institute for Agriculture, Food and Environment, on this joint event.

Too often, specialists work in isolation from others with whom they have much in common. All hemipterans have piercing mouthparts. Species from many families transmit plant viruses. On the other hand, they are hugely diverse. Some feed on plants, others on animals. They live on land, fresh water and even in the sea. Some are abundant pests, some are of conservation concern. Understanding commonalities and differences in terms of evolution, ecology, behaviour, physiology and systematics leads to improvements in practical outcomes.

Come and share your latest findings from the population to the molecular level and absorb those of others. Becoming more of a generalist can advance your specialism!

Call for Abstracts

The call for abstracts for talks, flash talks, posters and poster presentations is now open! Please note that submissions do not automatically guarantee a presentation slot. You will be contacted by the organisers to let you know if your abstract has been successful after the deadline.

Deadline for abstract submissions: Friday 3 July 2026

Submit your abstract

Conference dinner

Dinner at Le Roy d’Espagne for the evening of Thursday 29 October will be included in the conference price. This will comprise a three-course set menu and two drinks. More information will be provided upon registering.

Exhibition and Sponsorship

We are delighted to be supported by Armosa who will be exhibiting with us at the event.

Join us in supporting our upcoming joint event! Connect with industry professionals, showcase your brand, and engage with an audience of approx. 150 delegates. A range of sponsorship and exhibitor packages are available to suit different objectives and budgets, each offering valuable exposure and benefits. We are also happy to discuss bespoke packages tailored to your specific goals and needs.

Sponsorship Brochure (Hemiptera)Download

Keynote speakers:

Prof. Thierry Hance, Université de Louvain-la-Neuve

Talk title: Demographics, sociality, behaviour and interactions: some evolutionary advantages of aphid populations

Thierry Hance’s laboratory

The Ecology of Interactions and Biological Control (EDIC) laboratory analyses multitrophic interactions between aphids (Aphididae), their parasitoids and the facultative symbiotic bacteria that give aphids complementary properties, as well as the viruses they can transmit to host plants. To gain the most comprehensive possible understanding of these interactions and their consequences, the team employs a variety of approaches, ranging from behavioural analysis to genome sequencing and the study of physiological aspects related to developmental temperatures. More recently, the influence of facultative endosymbionts of aphids, particularly cultivable strains of Serratia symbiotica, has been investigated. Circulation of the bacterium in the food web has been demonstrated, as has its role in defending aphids against parasitoids and modifying the behaviour of their hosts.

Biography

Thierry Hance is a trained biologist who specialises in ecology and population biology, particularly with regard to insects. He completed his PhD at UCLouvain, researching the role of predatory insect populations in protecting crops against aphids in agricultural areas. Following postdoctoral research into the adaptation of certain species to low temperatures at an Agriculture Canada research station, he was appointed a qualified researcher at the FNRS in Belgium in 1991. There, he developed research topics on the evolutionary relationships between plants and insects, and between hosts and parasitoids. Aphididae are at the centre of the models that I have studied in interaction with their parasitoids. Since becoming a professor at the Catholic University of Louvain in Louvain-la-Neuve in 1996, he has developed a research laboratory focusing on the ecology of interactions and biological control (EDIC). His research focuses on the ecology and population dynamics of insects and mites, some of which are of interest in agriculture. He has also developed practical biological control models for use in cereals, orchards, and greenhouses, with the aim of replacing pesticides. The expertise and technology developed in the EDIC laboratory has led to the establishment of a company specialising in producing insects for biological control purposes (www.viridaxis.com). He is currently focusing on the relationship between agriculture and biodiversity through European projects on the importance of landscape heterogeneity and crop management, including agroecological approaches.

Website: https://www.uclouvain.be/en/research-institutes/eli/eliv/team-hance

Prof. Saskia Hogenhout, John Innes Center

Talk title: Building resilience to insect-vectored plant pathogens

The Hogenhout Lab

The lab of Saskia Hogenhout investigates the molecular mechanisms underlying plant-microbe-insect interactions (MPMII), with two main research directions. One focuses on the virulence strategies of insect-transmitted phytoplasmas, specifically how their effector proteins reprogram plant development and suppress immunity to benefit both the pathogen and its insect vector. The second explores the biology of sap-feeding hemipteran insects—including aphids, leafhoppers, and froghoppers—by generating population genomics resources and studying how their salivary proteins manipulate plant processes to facilitate feeding and transmission.

Biography

Saskia A. Hogenhout received her BSc and MSc from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam in 1994 and completed her PhD at Wageningen University in 1999. She began her independent career at The Ohio State University, where she was appointed Assistant Professor in 1999 and promoted to Associate Professor with tenure in 2005. In 2007, she relocated her lab to the John Innes Centre in the UK and became an Honorary Professor at the University of East Anglia in 2013. She was elected a Member of EMBO in 2023 and a Fellow of the Royal Society in 2024.

Website: https://www.jic.ac.uk/people/saskia-hogenhout/ Twitter: @SaskiaHogenhout

Dr Emmanuelle Jousselin, INRAE CBGP Montpellier

Talk title: Beyond Buchnera: the evolutionary consequences of symbiont turnover in Aphids

Biography

Emmanuelle Jousselin is a research scientist at CBGP, INRAE. Her research program focuses on understanding the evolutionary processes that structure interactions between phytophagous insects and their host plants, with a particular emphasis on aphids and their symbiotic bacteria. She combines molecular systematics, phylogenomic and macroevolutionary approaches to investigate host–symbiont coevolution, cospeciation, and the ecological and evolutionary drivers of symbiont turnover, which she has shown to be pivotal in aphid adaptation and diversification. Her recent work has focused on the phylogeny and the diversification of conifer-feeding aphids, and the evolutionary dynamics of nutritional symbionts in this group.

Note: By registering for and attending this event, you acknowledge that photographs and/or video recordings may be taken. These images may be used by the Royal Entomological Society for promotional, educational, and archival purposes, including publication on our website, social media, and printed materials. If you do not wish to be photographed or filmed, please inform a member of the organising team on arrival or contact us in advance at events@royensoc.co.uk.

Are you a BAPOA Member?

Contact us for a discount code for the SIG.

Standard two-day registration cost – including evening dinnerRES Student/BAPOA Student Member£95RES/BAPOA Member£190RES Associate Member or Non Member£280

Orthoptera Special Interest Group (SIG) 2026
2026-11-04 12:00 - 17:30
Orthoptera Special Interest Group (SIG) 2026

Join us for the Royal Entomological Society’s annual Orthoptera meeting about grasshopper and cricket research, conservation, recording and more.

Our Orthoptera Special Interest Group (SIG) provides a forum for the discussion of all aspects of research and outreach involving Orthoptera, including behaviour, physiology, acoustics, ecology and taxonomy.

We welcome contributions from all enthusiasts, students, academics, and other professionals.

More information and details on how to register will follow in due course.

Registration coming soon

Note: By registering for and attending this event, you acknowledge that photographs and/or video recordings may be taken. These images may be used by the Royal Entomological Society for promotional, educational, and archival purposes, including publication on our website, social media, and printed materials. If you do not wish to be photographed or filmed, please inform a member of the organising team on arrival or contact us in advance at events@royensoc.co.uk.

Insects as Food and Feed SIG Conference 2026: Science, Industry and Innovation
2026-11-19 09:30 - 2026-11-20 17:00
Insects as Food and Feed SIG Conference 2026: Science, Industry and Innovation

Date: Thursday 19th – Friday 20th November 2026 (timings TBC)

Venue: Central London (venue TBC)

After such a successful meeting in October 2025, we are pleased to announce that plans for IAFF2026 are under way! Keep an eye on this space for more details.

Register now

Here’s what our 2025 delegates had to say:

“Well organised, good agenda & speakers, valuable insights and diverse perspectives.”

“It was packed with amazing information (relevant to my research) and rejuvenated my energies to move forward with studies.”

“What a breath of fresh air. Compared to previous events I’ve been to, the breadth of topics covered was superb and the quality of the Keynote speakers excellent. This was everything you hope for at such an event.”

“I enjoyed the diversity of attendees, both academic and industry.”

Abstracts

We are now accepting abstracts for talks and posters, along the following themes:

Environment & Economy

Policy (regulation, risk and sector growth)

Integrated systems (environment and circular economy)

Scaling biology into industry (genetics, physiology and engineering)

Nutrition (Food & Feed)

The deadline for abstract submissions is Friday 14th August, 5pm.

Submit your Abstract

Partner with us

We would love to hear from you if you are interested in partnering with us at IAFF26, as a sponsor or exhibitor. Contact fran.fleming@royensoc.co.uk for more information.

IAFF sponsorship brochureDownload

Convenors

Dr Jessica Stokes, FRES

Jess is the Royal Entomological Society’s Project Officer. With a strong academic and industry background in vector-borne diseases, she maintains extensive links across academia and industry, including ongoing supervision and support of students. Elected a Fellow of the Society in 2025, she works across a broad portfolio of projects supporting emerging member needs, strengthening links between science and industry, and helping the RES develop innovative services for newly evolving areas of entomology.

Jess leads the Society’s work on insects as food and feed, supporting the development of best practice, policy-relevant guidance, and engagement with industry and other stakeholders.

Daniel Amor, University of Bristol

Daniel pursued a PhD at Nottingham, focusing on the relationship between insect protein structure and functionality in food systems – particularly in developing sustainable, high-protein snack products using compression popping. Following his PhD, Daniel continued as a researcher at Nottingham, contributing to a wide range of projects in soft matter biomaterials and biointerfaces, from fundamental biomaterials studies to clinical applications of non-fermentable fibre.

Daniel now teaches Biochemistry at the University of Bristol, where he co-convenes IAFF.

Kieran Robertson, Queen’s University Belfast

Kieran is a TEDx Speaker, Convenor of the RES Food & Feed Special Interest Group, Co-Chair and Secretary of the IWRS Early Career Committee, and a PhD Researcher at the Institute for Global Food Security at Queen’s University Belfast. Throughout his PhD, Robertson seeks to research the application of insects and insect proteins in livestock feed to reduce soybean dependence and support sustainable agri-food systems.

Registration

Note: By registering for and attending this event, you acknowledge that photographs and/or video recordings may be taken. These images may be used by the Royal Entomological Society for promotional, educational, and archival purposes, including publication on our website, social media, and printed materials. If you do not wish to be photographed or filmed, please inform a member of the organising team on arrival or contact us in advance at events@royensoc.co.uk.

This year, you can choose to attend a single day, or both days of the conference. View the prices and register below.

Registration Deadline: 13 November 17:00 (GMT)

SINGLE DAYRES Student Member£30RES Member£60RES Associate Member or Non Member£120

TWO DAYSRES Student Member£50RES Member£110RES Associate Member or Non Member£200

Insects in Culture - a reflection on the beauty and aesthetic potential of the Hymenopteran
2026-11-26 10:00 - 16:00
Outreach, Culture & Education SIG: Insects in Culture – a reflection on the beauty and aesthetic potential of the Hymenopteran

Thursday 26 November, 10:00 – 16:00 Natural History Museum (Neil Chalmers Lecture Theatre), London

This fascinating day is being organised by our Outreach, Culture & Education Special Interest Group, and will comprise a morning of short talks followed by an afternoon tour of the Hymenoptera collections. Entomologists from the museum will introduce the complexity and diversity of this group of insects and artists will offer presentations on their interpretations of bees, ants and wasps.

This is an opportunity for entomologist to interact with artists and for artists to be inspired by this fascinating group.

The event will be capped at 40 to ensure everyone is able to attend a behind the scenes tour.

Please note that refreshments and lunch will not be provided but there will be an opportunity to purchase refreshments from the museum café, or delegates are welcome to bring lunch with them.

Registration – Open below!

Note: By registering for and attending this event, you acknowledge that photographs and/or video recordings may be taken. These images may be used by the Royal Entomological Society for promotional, educational, and archival purposes, including publication on our website, social media, and printed materials. If you do not wish to be photographed or filmed, please inform a member of the organising team on arrival or contact us in advance at events@royensoc.co.uk.

Registration Deadline: 17:00 (BST), Friday 13 November

Standard registration cost RES Student£5RES Member£10RES Associate Member or Non Member£15

Verrall Lecture 2027
2027-03-03 16:30 - 17:30
Venue: London (TBC)

Date: Wednesday 3 March (16:30 – 17:30)

Speaker

We are delighted to announce that Dr. Claire Carvell of the UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology will be our 2027 Verrall Lecturer.

More information and details of how to register will follow in due course.

History of the Verrall Lecture

Registration

Registration will open in due course.

To ensure your spot at the event, we strongly recommend signing up in advance, as spaces are limited and tend to fill quickly. Early registration guarantees your place and helps us plan more effectively for everyone attending.

The lecture will start at 16:30, there will be tea and coffee available from 16:00. There will be an RES stand and rare books on display, so do arrive early to meet key members of the RES team.

If you are unable to attend in person, the talk will be recorded and shared after the event.

Note: By registering for and attending this event, you acknowledge that photographs and/or video recordings may be taken. These images maybe used by the Royal Entomological Society for promotional, educational, and archival purposes, including publication on our website, social media, and printed materials. If you do not wish to be photographed or filmed, please inform a member of the organising team on arrival or contact us in advance at events@royensoc.co.uk.

Advisory Services Special Interest Group (SIG)
2027-03-16 09:00 - 17:00
Advisory Services Special Interest Group (SIG)

Join us at the NEW Advisory Service SIG meeting, which will be held at the Alice Holt Research Station, Forest Research.

More information will follow…

Learn more about our Advisory Services Special Interest Group: Advisory Services – Royal Entomological Society

ICE2028
2028-07-17 10:00 - 2028-07-21 17:00
XXVIII International Congress of Entomology 2028

We are excited to announce the XXVIII International Congress of Entomology (ICE2028) taking place in Cape Town, South Africa, hosted by the Entomological Society of Southern Africa in 2028.

More information TBC
