American Seed Trade Association

#WhatsInABag? 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 https://lnkd.in/egvSrZn

February is National #Cherry month! #DYK? The U.S. produces 275-300 million pounds of tart cherries each year, and 75% of those are produced in Michigan! #JustGrowIt https://lnkd.in/ewzgH4wG

Happy #Valentines Day! #DYK? Consumers are expected to buy over 55 million pounds of chocolate for the holiday. However, the cacao tree is threatened by #ClimateChange & disease. Learn how innovations in #PlantBreeding can find a solution. #JustGrowIt https://ow.ly/sSft50UUimq

ASTA staff was honored to be at USDA HQ this morning to celebrate Secretary Brooke Rollins confirmation. As U.S. agriculture continues to face rising costs, labor shortages, and other numerous challenges, our industry needs a champion who will stand up for the ag community and help us navigate the uncertain landscape ahead of us.

Have you registered for Purdue University Center for Food and Agricultural Business Seed Management Academy, August 26-28, in partnership with ASTA? Register today for a deep dive into general management concepts vital to the long-term success of seed firms! #JustGrowIt https://ow.ly/QCiq50UUiiB

ASTA congratulates Brooke Rollins on her confirmation as the new U.S. Secretary of Agriculture! We look forward to working with her and her staff to drive key seed industry priorities as the American ag community faces economic and environmental challenges. 📰 Read ASTA's full statement: https://lnkd.in/g5BXMfEt

#DYK? Whether produced through traditional #PlantBreeding, or through newer innovative breeding methods like #GeneEditing, all new plant varieties go through rigorous testing for safety and quality before their seeds are ever sold to farmers. #JustGrowIt

ASTA’s Andy LaVigne joined CropLife America's Alexandra Dunn and National Grain and Feed Association's Mike Seyfert leaders for a conversation at the Agribusiness Association of Iowa Showcase. Andy highlighted the importance of the ASTA <> AAI relationship, and how as an advocacy org, their local insight and expertise is 🔑 for us to reach our shared goals. #JustGrowIt

Please join the ASTA team in welcoming Danielle Cummins! We're excited to have her onboard as our new Director, Membership Engagement. Read more about Danielle's background ➡️ https://lnkd.in/drRPUqW3

Seed Production Course at UC Davis February 24 - 27, 2025 Space is Limited so Register Today! Designed for seed production professionals, this course provides an unmatched opportunity to gain practical expertise in seed production, genetic purity, cultivation, management, and processing. It’s also ideal for anyone in the seed industry—and even seed dealers—who could be impacted by seed production challenges. (You know, those ‘calls from hell’ about seed quality issues...). Participants will deepen their understanding of seed biology, genetic purity assessment, and key components of seed production, all while learning effective crop management practices. The course covers a wide variety of crops, including wet-seeded vegetables (such as cucurbits and tomatoes), dry-seeded vegetables (like brassicas, carrots, onions, and lettuce), and agronomic crops (including field corn, soybeans, canola, grains, hemp, and sunflower) https://lnkd.in/g9bVCs4g