2019 Empire State Barley and Malt Summit

December 16 - December 17, 2019


We are thrilled to announce that the 3rd Empire State Barley and Malt Summit: The Value in Local will be December 16-17 2019! The Summit will bring together leaders in the New York State malting barley supply chain to provide:

• Research-based technical updates
• Best practices for success
• Supply-chain networking opportunities

Where?
Holiday Inn, 441 Electronics Pkwy, Liverpool, NY 13088

When?
December 16th and 17th, 2019

Who Should Attend?

• New York State malting barley growers and malt house operators
• Small grains growers interested in malting barley as a new crop
• Brewers and distillers that wish to better understand the growing and malting processes
• Industry support providers that work with growers, maltsters, and brewers

Want to Know More?
The full program and registration is available! Register by December 11th!

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