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MALTCON2024
 

GET READY TO TALK ALL THINGS CRAFT MALT

February 22 - 24, 2024

In person registration has closed, but you can still attend virtually!

Malting: Bringing Out the Best & Worst in Barley

Dr. Pat Hayes

Barley Project | Oregon State University

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Dr. Patrick Hayes is a Professor Emeritus of Barley Breeding and Genetics at Oregon State University. Since 1986 his research team has focused on barley, in its many forms and uses. His research has included the development of winter and facultative habit malting barley varieties; the many facets of winter hardiness; dissection of quantitative disease resistance; characterization and utilization of genetic diversity; stimulating local barley production; development of multi-use naked barley for organic and conventional systems; exploring the contributions of barley genotype to beer flavor; and barley quality assessment.  

 

Hayes was privileged to work with an evolving team of colleagues at Barley World until his retirement in 2023. The OSU Barley Project has released 23 varieties/germplasms, developed 24 mapping populations/panels, distributed approximately 22 metric tons of barley seed, published 201 papers in refereed journals, and authored 13 book chapters.

 

Pat has taught Plant Genetics to approximately 1,400 students: most graduated with a keen appreciation for the complexity and power of genetics. He has served as Major Professor/co-Major Professor for 34 graduate students, mentored 11 post-docs, and hosted 24 visiting scientists from 15 countries. A key milestone in his career was the establishment of the OSU Research Malthouse.

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KEYNOTE
SPEAKERS

PRESENTING PARTNER: 

Sustainable Malting

Dr. Xiang Yin

Corporate Quality & Innovation | Boortmalt

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Xiang S. Yin is Vice President for Corporate Quality and Innovation at the Rahr Corporation in Minnesota, where he plans, implements, and leads applied research and development activities and quality and technical services for malting operations.

 

Yin has more than 20 years of strategic development and working experience worldwide, including Canada, China, the United Kingdom, and the United States. He is a Fellow of IBD and a Past President of ASBC. He recently authored Malt, the first book in the new ASBC series Practical Brewing Science, which is an initiative to provide readers with updated understanding and knowledge in various disciplines associated with the science of beer.

Yin is a past president of American Society of Brewing Chemists (ASBC), and is a fellow of the Institute of Brewing and Distilling. Early in his career, he taught malting and brewing at China's Jiangnan University. He holds a six degree black belt (Sr. Master) in Taekwondo. 

PRESENTING PARTNER: 

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WELCOME RECEPTION

Join friends and colleagues at The Rake @ Admiral Malting to kick off #MaltCon2024. Take a tour of the malthouse, sample collaborative beers, nosh on good food, and get ready to talk all things craft malt. 

Transportation is being offered to and from UC Davis to the reception.

Workshops

SESSIONSTO IMPROVEYOUR CRAFT

LATEST RESEARCH

Applied
Malting

At MaltCon2024, you'll gain the knowledge and skills required to take your malting to the next level. The program covers the latest trends and topics you need to know with discussions led by experts across the industry. With a focus on the practical applications of malting, MaltCon2024 is designed for both the aspiring maltster and the pro.

RAPID FIRE SESSIONS

Malt Sensory Analysis

Get ready to take your malt knowledge to the next level. At MaltCon2024, we're dedicated to helping you understand the complexities of malt and brewing chemistry. You'll learn about beer styles and the flavors associated with them, so you can communicate the difference your malt makes to the finished beer.

PANEL DISCUSSIONS

Craft Malt Collaborations

Craft maltsters and breeders alike won't want to miss MaltCon2024. Our conference sessions provide an unparalleled opportunity to collaborate and share knowledge, as well as provide valuable resources and feedback for malting evaluations. With chances to contribute to variety development and release, this conference is the perfect place to be for anyone involved in the craft malting industry.

Agenda

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DAILY OVERVIEW

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7am - 8am

7am - 8:am

Exhibit Hall &
Coffee Networking

8:00am - 12pm

Industry Update & Sessions

Ballroom B

12pm - 1pm

Lunch Break & Networking

1pm - 5pm

Capstone Keynote & Sessions

 Ballroom B 

Exhibit Hall &
Coffee Networking

8am - 12pm

Opening Keynote & Sessions

Ballroom B

12pm - 1pm

Lunch Break & Networking

1pm - 5pm

More Informative Sessions

 Ballroom B 

6:30pm 

Dinner on Your Own, with Friends

Out & About in Davis

6:30pm - 9:00pm

Awards Dinner & Closing Party

 The Ball Room 

OUR SPONSORS

We could not bring you the quality programming or networking opportunities available to you at MaltCon2024 without the generous support of our sponsors.  Be sure to visit them in the Exhibit Hall and thank them for joining us.  Are you an industry partner interested in being a sponsor at MaltCon2024, where the thought leaders in all things craft malt meet? Contact us to learn how!

Community Partners:

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Presenting Partners:

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Supporting Partners:

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Valued Partners:

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Hotel Options

Welcome to Davis, California! Davis is known as a vibrant university town with great restaurants and a high walkability score. Take a moment to explore what Davis has to offer.

There are many lodging options available to you in Davis. The Hyatt Place UC Davis is conveniently located near the Conference Center and easy walking distance to downtown Davis, you’ll enjoy comfortable rooms, free breakfast every morning, free Wi-Fi, a heated pool, 24-hour fitness center and more.  Contact the Hyatt Place UC Davis directly to make your hotel reservations.

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Join Us at MaltCon2024

FEBRUARY 23-24, 2024

UC Davis Conference Center

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