Plant Breeding Innovations
A public source of information on plant breeding innovation. Helping farmers grow more using less.
Seed Innovation & Protection Alliance
Promoting the understanding of the value of seed innovations and the need for protection and compliance of intellectual property rights.
The Guide to Seed Treatment Stewardship
A product of industry-wide collaboration between seed companies, seed treatment providers and universities.
KNOW ASTA
Founded in 1883, the American Seed Trade Association (ASTA) is one of the oldest trade organizations in the United States. ASTA works on behalf of the seed industry to promote the research, development and movement of quality seed to meet the world’s demand for food, feed, fiber and fuel.
Environment, Conservation & Cover Crop Seed Companies
It’s important to always buy seed from a professional seed dealer. Professionally produced and processed seed is designed to help farmers achieve success through managing the use of the right seed, at the right place, at the right time. Locate quality, professional environment, conservation & cover crop seed dealers in your region with ASTA’s map.
News you can use: @USTradeRep released panel findings from the ongoing dispute regarding products of #ag #biotech between U.S. & Mexico under #USMCA. Read our statement and learn more: https://www.betterseed.org/ustr-releases-findings-from-usmca-biotech-corn-dispute-between-united-states-and-mexico/
Since 9000 BCE, humans have worked with plants to grow the best of nature. Click the link to explore how advanced breeding methods have enabled today's scientists to address some of society's most urgent challenges. #JustGrowIt
The Basics
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The need for sustainable agriculture is urgent: farmers face intense climate pressures that threaten food security. 🌍
NGTs could transform food systems by adapting to climate change and optimizing resources. 🍅
Find out more in our latest infographic⤵
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Every bag of seed contains more than meets the eye. Seed companies don't just develop sustainable, effective crop inputs. They cultivate relationships with farmers and give trusted agronomic advice. #JustGrowIt #WhatsInABag
https://www.betterseed.org/whats-in-a-bag/
UPCOMING EVENTS
ASTA’s 64th Vegetable & Flower Seed Conference
January 31, 2025 @ 8:00 am - February 4, 2025 @ 5:00 pmASTA’s Vegetable & Flower Seed Conference gathers global industry leaders, researchers, and key stakeholders to exchange innovative insights, advance best practices, and explore new business...
ASTA Leadership Summit 2025
June 7, 2025 @ 8:00 am - June 11, 2025 @ 5:00 pmThe Leadership Summit is an annual event that facilitates networking and leadership development for current and future ASTA members and leaders.
MEMBERSHIP
HARVEST GREAT
REWARDS WITH AN
ASTA MEMBERSHIP.
ASTA membership includes approximately 85% of all private US seed companies operating in the United States. Ninety-five percent of ASTA’s active members are small businesses that report annual sales of less than $15 million. ASTA values and promotes diversity of membership, in terms of company size, products and geographic area served. Each member company is given one vote, regardless of size. Join today!
KNOW THE ISSUES
Intellectual Property Rights
ASTA is committed to the critical importance of seed improvement and protecting new discoveries.
Innovation & Policy
Seed improvements are helping to address many of the economic, environmental and health issues we face as a global society.
Organic
ASTA is committed to the practice of coexistence of seed products with different characteristics or intended markets.
Phytosanitary
ASTA closely monitors changes in phytosanitary import requirements of other countries.
Seed Treatment
Seed treatment technologies are an effective tool to provide the necessary protection of seeds for a strong, healthy start.
Environmental & Conservation
Improved seed is needed for land restoration, rehabilitation, reclamation and conservation.
International
ASTA has identified many priority issues and areas of focus for the seed industry regarding trade and the global growth of the industry.
