Events

The XIII International Symposium on Biological Control of Weeds (ISBCW 2011) will convene on the Kohala Coast of the Big Island in 2011. The extraordinary cultural and natural diversity of Hawai‘i, and its long history in weed biocontrol, make these islands an ideal site for reflection and discourse on the past, present and future of this field. The ISBCW is a quadrennial international gathering of scientists and managers working in biological control of weeds. International cooperation is central to the practice of biocontrol, and this forum provides a critical opportunity for colleagues to reconnect, share experiences, and plan future collaborations. The meeting in Hawai‘i will provide a unique opportunity to take stock of a century of biocontrol in the Pacific and examine emerging issues, including climate change, that affect invasive plant management across the globe.