2024 National Forum on Biological Control

The USDA Forest Service is organizing a National Forum on Biological Control in partnership with NAISMA and the National Association of State Foresters. The meeting will focus on both weed and arthropod biocontrol and will be a venue for all biocontrol practitioners, researchers, and policy makers to come together to address the shared challenges (Ex., communication, capacity, changing landscapes) and opportunities that exist in this area. The meeting themes are centered around biocontrol research, management, and impacts in natural areas.

Keynote Speakers:
Dr. Mark Hoddle
Stas Burgiel

Call for Posters:
Abstracts for the conference are due January 9th by 11:59 p.m. Eastern time. Poster Guidelines

Meet & Greet Cocktail hour will occur on Monday, March 11. The main conference program starts Tuesday, March 12 and concludes at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 14.

Registration Rates

Early Bird Registration (through January 15, 2024)  
Professional Full Conference –  $375
NAISMA members $350
Student Full Conference –  $225

Late Registration (starts January 16, 2024)

Professional Full Conference – $450
NAISMA members $425
Student Full – $275

Learn more and register here.