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In Memory of Don E. Funk
- On June 15, 2022
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Don E. Funk on June 9, 2022. At...
New Resource for Locating Local, Professionally Produced Environmental, Conservation and Cover Crop Seed
- On June 15, 2022
ASTA has launched a newly-redesigned, updated guide that allows farmers, land owners and others to easily locate and contact...
ASTA Welcomes Two Summer Interns
- On June 15, 2022
Abigail (Abbie) Putnam and Ryan Williamson joined the ASTA team as the 2022 Summer Interns on June 6. Abbie,...
Seed Testing Research Foundation Announces Newlin Basic Research Endowment Fund
- On May 18, 2022
Earlier this month, the Seed Testing Research Foundation (STRF) announced the establishment of the Newlin Basic Seed Research Endowment...
Cynthia Rosenzweig, Climatologist and Agronomist, Wins 2022 World Food Prize
- On May 17, 2022
On May 5, NASA scientist Cynthia Rosenzweig was announced as the 2022 World Food Prize laureate. Rosenzweig is a...
Purdue Study on Farm Input Prices
- On May 4, 2022
Purdue University recently released a study exploring trends in inflation and farm input prices, including seeds. The study looks...
ASTA Seeks Senior Director, International Programs and Policy
- On May 4, 2022
ASTA is seeking a Senior Director, International Programs and Policy. The position is responsible for managing and implementing ASTA’s...
USDA NASS Releases 2022 Farmers Planting Intentions
- On April 21, 2022
On March 31, USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) released a report on U.S. farmer’s planting intentions for 2022....
TAKE NOTE: New Federal, ASTA Cybersecurity Resources Available
- On April 21, 2022
April marks the launch of the 5th annual “National Supply Chain Integrity Month” with a call to action for...
AAS, HGSA, NGB Collaborate to Host 2022 Summer Summit
- On March 30, 2022
On March 11, All-America Selections (AAS), Home Garden Seed Association (HGSA) and National Garden Bureau (NGB) announced a collaboration...
Northey Named CEO of Agribusiness Association of Iowa
- On March 30, 2022
On March 23, the Agribusiness Association of Iowa (AAI) announced that Bill Northey, former Secretary of Agriculture for Iowa...
Conservation Seed Program Seeks Donations of out-of-date Seed for use in Wildlife Food Plots
- On March 2, 2022
For over 20 years, the Conservation Seed Program has offered seed companies the opportunity to make their out-of-date or...
Application Deadline for ASTA’s 2022 Summer Internship Program Extended to March 15
- On March 2, 2022
The deadline for applications for ASTA’s 2022 Summer Internship program has been extended to March 15! ASTA is seeking...
It’s Time for #Plant22 – Spread the Word on Seed Treatment Stewardship!
- On March 2, 2022
As planting season begins across the country, join ASTA in continuing to remind farmers, applicators, and anyone handling treated...
RealClearPolicy: Gene-Editing Helps Feed the World – and Save It Too
- On January 26, 2022
On January 25, RealClearPolicy featured an Op-ed from Allen VanDeynze, Director of the Seed Biotechnology Center and Associate Director...
ASTA Seeking Summer Interns: Government Affairs & Communications
- On January 26, 2022
ASTA is seeking to fill two summer 2022 internship positions: one in Government Affairs, and one in Communications. Ideal...
ASTA Seeks Nominations for Board Positions
- On December 22, 2021
ASTA is currently seeking nominations for open Board of Directors positions for FY 2022-23. There are four open positions:...
FieldWatch Expands SeedFieldCheck to New States
- On November 24, 2021
Earlier this year, FieldWatch’s SeedFieldCheck registry expanded to four new states: Nebraska, Illinois, Indiana and Michigan. The registry integrates...
ICYMI: ASTA’s Andy LaVigne Talks Seed Industry Priorities on Agri-Pulse Open Mic
- On November 3, 2021
ASTA President & CEO Andy LaVigne recently joined Agri-Pulse Open Mic host Jeff Nalley for an in-depth interview on...
ASTA Company Spotlight: Seedbox Solution
- On October 6, 2021
Seedbox Solution, based in Gurnee, IL, addresses the high freight and plastic cost with innovative rental solutions. Seedbox Solution,...
Ted McKinney Announced as NASDA CEO
- On October 6, 2021
On September 16, the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) announced the selection of Ted McKinney as...
NIFA Funding Opportunity: Small Business Innovation Research Program
- On September 16, 2021
Small businesses are eligible to submit applications for USDA’s Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program which supports the creation...
ICYMI! ASTA in the News: from Climate Change to Treated Seeds
- On September 16, 2021
ASTA was recently featured in a WIRED UK article discussing the potential role of gene editing in combatting food...
ASTA’s Andy LaVigne Honored with Prestigious NAPB Award
- On September 1, 2021
The National Association of Plant Breeders (NAPB) recently honored ASTA President & CEO Andy LaVigne with its 2021 Friends...
ASTA Promotes Safe Handling and Storage of Treated Seed During Harvest
- On August 18, 2021
As harvest begins across the country, the American Seed Trade Association (ASTA) reminds farmers about the importance of taking...
ICYMI: ASTA and Member Companies Speak to SeedWorld during Seed Speaks Episode
- On August 5, 2021
On July 28, ASTA’s Senior Director of Meetings and Services Jennifer Crouse, along with representatives from JoMar Seeds and...
ASTA Responds to DTN Article on Treated Seeds
- On August 5, 2021
In a July 22 Letter to the Editor, ASTA President & CEO Andy LaVigne provided context and clarity around...
ASTA Announces New Strategic Plan
- On July 20, 2021
ASTA is pleased to present its recently updated Strategic Plan. The Plan was updated through a formal process over...
Seed World Names Paul Nelson 2021 Future Giant of the Seed Industry
- On July 20, 2021
On July 9, Seed World announced Paul Nelson as the 2021 Future Giant of the Seed Industry. Nelson serves...
Western Seed Association Announces New Focus for President’s Scholarship
- On July 7, 2021
On June 30, the Western Seed Association (WSA) announced a new focus for its President’s Scholarship. This year, the...
ASTA Welcomes New Summer Intern
- On June 16, 2021
Maria Fernanda Arcos Buenabad has joined the ASTA team as the 2021 Summer Intern. Entering her junior year at...
Institute of Food Technologists Launches Seeding The Future Global Food Systems Challenge
- On June 2, 2021
On May 6, the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) launched the first annual Seeding The Future Global Food Systems...
USDA Sets New Crop Corn Estimates, Traders See Acre Increase Ahead
- On May 19, 2021
On May 12, USDA released its World Agricultural Supply and Demand report which estimates U.S. new crop corn ending...
CoverCress, WIU and ISU Showcase New Pennycress Variety, Hosts Congressmen Davis & LaHood
- On May 19, 2021
CoverCress, along with Western Illinois University, Illinois State University and farmers are working to develop a new variety of...
Shakuntala Haraksingh Thilsted Honored as 2021 World Food Prize Laureate
- On May 19, 2021
Shakuntala Haraksingh Thilsted was announced as the 2021 World Food Prize Laureate for her achievements in pioneering fish-based food...
Dr. Sarah Evanega Announced as 2021 Borlaug CAST Communication Award Winner
- On May 19, 2021
On May 11, the Council for Agricultural Science and Technology (CAST) announced Dr. Sarah Evanega as the recipient of...
Council for Agricultural Science and Technology Set to Announce 2021 Borlaug CAST Communication Award Winner May 11
- On May 5, 2021
On May 11, the Council for Agricultural Science and Technology (CAST) will host a live webinar featuring Dr. Alexa...
PMA and United Fresh Announce Merger
- On April 7, 2021
The Produce Marketing Association (PMA) and the United Fresh Produce Association recently announced the upcoming merger of the two...
IPSA Announces Scholarship Deadline Extension
- On April 7, 2021
The Independent Professional Seed Association (IPSA) has extended its scholarship application deadline to April 30. IPSA’s 2021/2022 Scholarship Program...
It’s Time For #Plant21 – Spread the Word on Seed Treatment Stewardship!
- On March 25, 2021
As planting season begins across the country, join ASTA in continuing to remind farmers, applicators, and anyone handling treated...
IPSA Accepting Applications for 2021 Scholarship Program
- On March 11, 2021
The Independent Professional Seed Association (IPSA) is now accepting applications for its 2021/2022 Scholarship Program. Ten $2,000 scholarships will...
ASTA Seeks 2021 Summer Intern
- On March 11, 2021
ASTA is seeking to fill one paid internship position for the summer of 2021. Because of the current challenges...
ISF Launches Channel World Seed
- On February 24, 2021
In January, the International Seed Federation (ISF) launched Channel World Seed to offer useful and engaging content throughout the...
- Channel World Seed, International seed federation, ISF, Seed Industry
In Memory of Floyd Gaibler
- On January 26, 2021
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Floyd Gaibler on January 21. Gaibler was the...
ASTA Welcomes New Assistant to the COO
- On January 26, 2021
ASTA is pleased to welcome Ann Ward as its new Assistant to the COO. Ann has had a 26-year...
National Garden Bureau and KidsGardening.org Form Collaboration
- On January 12, 2021
On January 6, National Garden Bureau (NGB) and KidsGardening announced a working partnership to increase the reach of their...
SIPA Names New Executive Director
- On January 12, 2021
On January 5, the Seed Innovation & Protection Alliance (SIPA) announced that Eloy Corona had been named Executive Director....
Tomatosphere Seeds On-Board SpaceX CRS-21
- On January 12, 2021
The next set of tomato seeds for Tomatosphere, a joint program with First the Seed Foundation and Let’s Talk...
In Memory of Drew Kinder
- On December 22, 2020
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Drew Kinder on December 7, 2020. Kinder attended...
ASTA Seeks Nominations for Board Positions
- On December 22, 2020
ASTA is currently seeking nominations for open Board of Director positions for FY 2021-22. The open positions are: Regional...
Colorado State University Seeks Director of Colorado Seed Programs
- On December 11, 2020
The Colorado State University is seeking a Director of Colorado Seed Programs. The position is located in Fort Collins,...
UC Davis to Offer Next Seed Production Course Online in February 2021
- On December 11, 2020
Following the success of the online Hemp Breeding and Seed Production course in October, the UC Davis Seed Biotechnology...
WSA Announces 2020 Young Seedsman of the Year
- On December 11, 2020
The Western Seed Association (WSA) recently announced the winner of its Young Seedsman of the Year award: Jarrod Cook,...
Check out What’s New on Innovature
- On November 12, 2020
There’s new content to explore at www.innovature.com. A recent scientific paper seeks to answer the question, “is plant breeding...
ASTA Announces Winner of New Student Engagement Contest
- On October 28, 2020
Congratulations to Adam D’Angelo, University of Wisconsin – Madison, on winning ASTA’s first all-new Student Engagement Contest! In the...
ASTA, Ag CEO Council Presidential Campaign Outreach
- On October 28, 2020
With the Presidential election less than two weeks away, ASTA is continuing its outreach to both campaigns around seed...
In Memory of Kenneth Bratney
- On October 14, 2020
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Kenneth Bratney on September 27, 2020. Bratney graduated...
What’s New at Innovature?
- On October 14, 2020
If you haven’t checked out Innovature lately, there’s no better time than now! New conversations have been added around...
Seed Industry Remembers William Henry Danforth, M.D.
- On September 30, 2020
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of William Henry Danforth, M.D. on September 16, 2020....
Voting Open for NGB’s 2020 Therapeutic Garden Grant
- On September 16, 2020
Voting is now open for the National Garden Bureau’s (NGB) Therapeutic Garden Grant. Voting is available online until September...
SSF Seeks New Board Member
- On September 16, 2020
The Seed Science Foundation (SSF) is looking for a member to fill the open Research Investment Lead (RIL) position...
Seed Industry Mourns the Loss of Othel Neely
- On September 16, 2020
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Othel Neely on September 6, 2020. Neely was...
ASTA Members Collaborate on Soybean Molecular Marker Paper
- On September 16, 2020
A scientific paper drafted by a team of ASTA members has been published in the Crop Science Journal. “Single...
Andy LaVigne Talks Seed Issues on Agri-Pulse Open Mic
- On September 2, 2020
ASTA President & CEO Andy LaVigne is this week’s guest on Agri-Pulse’s Open Mic. Listen in to hear Andy’s...
ASTA Seeks Senior Director, Government and Regulatory Affairs
- On September 2, 2020
ASTA is seeking a Senior Director, Government and Regulatory Affairs. The position is responsible for the legislative and regulatory...
ASTA, CTIC, SARE Announce Results of Annual Farmer Cover Crop Survey
- On August 19, 2020
Despite the crippling rainfall that significantly delayed planting across much of the country in 2019, more than 90% of...
Registration Now Open for CRISPRcon 2020
- On August 5, 2020
From the development of COVID-19 tests and treatments to increased attention on racial disparities and inequities, from climate change...
ICYMI: Could Gene Editing Hold the Key to Food Safety?
- On August 5, 2020
From a global pandemic to a changing climate, today’s current events are shining a light on the fragile nature...
ASTA Promotes Safe Handling and Storage of Treated Seed during Harvest
- On August 5, 2020
As harvest begins across the country, ASTA is reminding farmers about the importance of taking precautions to ensure treated...
Check out What’s New on the Better Seed Better Life Podcast!
- On August 5, 2020
ASTA recently sat down with Washington State University plant breeder Amit Dhingra, who has a deep passion for nutritious...
ASTA Responds to Unsolicited Seed Shipments
- On August 5, 2020
You’ve likely seen the news that people across the U.S., and in several other countries around the world, have...
- APHIS, China, Unsolicited Seeds, USDA
Check out What’s New on the Better Seed Better Life Podcast!
- On July 22, 2020
Is plant breeding safe? ASTA recently sat down with Natalie Kaiser, a plant breeder and PhD candidate at Michigan...
“Space Station Explorers” and “STEM on Station” Kick Off NASA Celebrating Station Science Series
- On July 22, 2020
A tentative downlink scheduled for August, coordinated by “Space Station Explorers” and “STEM on Station,” will serve as the...
SIPA Announces James Weatherly to Stay as Interim Director
- On July 8, 2020
The Seed Innovation and Protection Alliance (SIPA) announced that James Weatherly will remain as Interim Director for 2020. James...
Dr. Fan-Li Chou to Join ASTA Staff
- On June 24, 2020
ASTA is pleased to announce the hiring of Dr. Fan-Li Chou as Vice President, Scientific Affairs and Policy. Building...
What’s New on the ASTA Podcast?
- On June 10, 2020
In the latest episode of the Better Seed Better Life podcast, we are excited to share an interview with...
What’s New on the Better Seed Better Life Podcast?
- On May 28, 2020
If you haven’t subscribed to the Better Seed Better Life podcast, there’s no better time than now! Check out...
Seed Industry Continues to Spread Good During COVID-19 Pandemic
- On May 28, 2020
Seed companies are continuing to go above and beyond expectations to support their local communities during this unprecedented time....
What’s New on ASTA’s Podcast?
- On May 13, 2020
If you haven’t subscribed to the Better Seed Better Life podcast, there’s no better time than now! Check out...
Alexa Lamm Wins 2020 Borlaug CAST Communication Award
- On May 13, 2020
Congratulations to Alex Lamm, PhD, winner of the 2020 Borlaug Council for Agricultural Science and Technology (CAST) Communication Award!...
Seed Industry Spreads Good during Pandemic
- On May 13, 2020
Many companies have gone above and beyond expectations to support their local communities during this unprecedented time. Check out...
Remember to BeSure! This Growing Season
- On April 29, 2020
BeSure! is back with its second annual national campaign powered by the Growing Matters coalition and in conjunction with...
What’s New on the Better Seed Better Life Podcast?
- On April 16, 2020
If you haven’t subscribed to the Better Seed Better Life podcast, there’s no better time than now! Check out...
Seed Science Foundation Funds New Proposal
- On April 16, 2020
ASTA’s Seed Science Foundation (SSF), has chosen to fund the proposal “Validation study of a Real-Time PCR method for...
New Seed Field Worker Pilot Project Launches in Iowa
- On April 16, 2020
The Iowa Seed Association, Iowa Agricultural Aviation Association and FieldWatch are launching a pilot program in Iowa for the...
BeSure! This Growing Season
- On April 16, 2020
Spring is in the air and the growing season is upon us! This year, BeSure! is back with its...
ICYMI: ASTA Support During the Pandemic
- On April 16, 2020
Check out ASTA President & CEO Andy LaVigne’s recent Agri-Pulse Op-ed, “The Seed Industry is Open for Business.” LaVigne...
BeSure! Launches Annual Stewardship Campaign to Help Protect Pollinators During Planting Season
- On April 1, 2020
On March 23, BeSure! launched its second annual stewardship awareness campaign. ASTA is a proud partner in this industry-wide...
Cover Crop Survey Seeks Farmer Insights
- On April 1, 2020
Help us get input for the survey from your farmer contacts: The sixth cover crop survey developed by USDA’s...
U.S. Seed Companies Remain Committed to Meeting Farmer, Consumer Demand
- On April 1, 2020
ASTA President & CEO Andrew LaVigne recently released a statement underscoring the critical role of the seed industry in...
New Habitat Program Offered for Treated Discard Seed
- On March 19, 2020
Currently, there is a significant demand for spring 2020 treated discard seed for wildlife habitat food plots. This includes...
Student Connections Application Now Available
- On March 4, 2020
ASTA and the Seed Science Foundation (SSF) are proud to announce that applications are now being accepted for this...
Two Weeks Left to Submit Nominations for ASTA Board of Directors Position
- On March 4, 2020
ASTA is seeking nominations for the open Board of Directors position of Regional Vice President (RVP), Central Region. For...
What’s New on ASTA’s Podcast?
- On March 4, 2020
ASTA’s Better Seed Better Life Podcast is all about the world of seed, including state and federal policy issues,...
What’s New on ASTA’s Podcast?
- On February 20, 2020
ASTA’s Better Seed Better Life Podcast is all about the world of seed, including state and federal policy issues,...
Nominations for 2020 Borlaug CAST Communication Award due February 3
- On January 29, 2020
Nominations are now open for the 2020 Borlaug CAST Communication Award, an honor that recognizes professionals actively working in...
What’s New on the Better Seed Better Life Podcast?
- On January 29, 2020
ASTA’s Better Seed Better Life Podcast is all about the world of seed, including state and federal policy issues,...
ICYMI: ASTA Launches New Podcast
- On January 16, 2020
ASTA has launched a podcast! The new Better Seed Better Life Podcast is all about the world of seed,...
ASTA Launches New Podcast
- On December 18, 2019
ASTA has launched a new podcast! The Better Seed Better Life Podcast is all about the world of seed,...
SIPA Seeking New Executive Director
- On December 5, 2019
The Seed Innovation and Protection Alliance (SIPA) is seeking an Executive Director. The position leads the alliance to achieve...
