Plant science convention held in Honolulu
More than a 1,800 scientists from around the world are to gather in Honolulu to discuss plant research.
The meeting started Saturday at the Hawaii Convention Center and ends on Wednesday.
The meeting is to cover research on the spread of insects, weeds and pathogens through global commercial trade. Attendees are also to discuss tropical forest pathology and maintaining bio-security for crop production.
The convention center says the event is expected to bring $8.5 million in state revenue.
