2024 NFHB Forum
Join the FHB Community in Austin, TX for the 2024 National FHB Forum
AT&T Hotel and Conference Center | December 8-10, 2024
Make plans to connect with more than 200 attendees to gain insights from scientific presentations and poster sessions on the latest research on Fusarium Head Blight (scab) and deoxynivalenol (DON).
The National FHB Forum is an annual event dedicated to fostering dialogue and advancing scientific knowledge to reduce the impact of FHB (scab) on wheat and barley. It attracts a diverse audience of academic and government scientists, industry leaders and stakeholders, offering a platform for exchanging ideas and exploring innovations.
2024 NFHB Forum Program
Check out the 2024 NFHB Forum program schedue-at-glance, with further details available in summer.
Hotel & Travel
Book your hotel reservations and learn more about Austin, Texas, negotiated hotel room discount ends October 30.
Registration
Registration rates/policies and a link to register for the NFHB Forum, early bird discount deadline November 1.
Abstract Submissions
The submission process will open in September, stay tuned for more details.
Highlights of the Forum will include:
- Keynote Addresses: Inspirational talks from academic and industry leaders.
- General Sessions: Thought-provoking presentations on current research efforts.
- Research Focused Breakout Sessions: Roundtable sessions designed to offer practical insights.
- Poster Sessions: Interactive discussions covering a broad representation of FHB research efforts.
- Networking Opportunities: Dedicated time for attendees to connect with peers and experts.
We look forward to connecting with everyone at the 2024 NFHB Forum!
Follow @USWBSI on Twitter or LinkedIn for quick reminders and updates. For posts about the NFHB Forum use the hashtag #nfhbforum24.
Special Thanks to the 2024 NFHB Forum Sponsors!
The NFHB Forum is made possible through funding and generous contributions from:
2024 NFHB Forum Funding Agency
2024 NFHB Forum Dinner Sponsor
2024 NFHB Forum Poster Award Sponsor
2024 NFHB Forum General Support Sponsors
2024 NFHB Forum Reception Sponsors
Interested in being a sponsor? View 2024 NFHB Forum Sponsorship Opportunities or contact nfo@scabusa.org.
USWBSI 2023 Forum Organizing Committee (FOC)
Co-Chairs
Esten Mason, Colorado State University and Lisa Vaillancourt, University of Kentucky
Members
FHB Management
Kelsey Andersen Onofre, Kansas State University
Christina Cowger, USDA-ARS
Food Safety & Toxicology
Mark Busman, USDA-ARS
Dave Kendra, Cibus
Gene Discovery and Engineering Resistance
Nidhi Rawat, University of Maryland
Matt Helm, USDA-ARS
Pathogen Biology and Genetics
Hye-Seon Kim, USDA-ARS
Mitch Elmore, USDA-ARS
Variety Development and Host Resistance
Jason Fiedler, USDA-ARS
Jessica Rutkoski, University of Illinois
The NFHB Forum is organized and hosted by the U.S. Wheat & Barley Scab Initiative (USWBSI).
Questions?
Contact the USWBSI NFO at support@scabusa.org or call 517.290.5023