AOSA/SCST 2025 Annual Meeting
2025-06-08 08:00 - 2025-06-12 17:00 (America/New_York) | Holiday Inn Downtown – Missoula, 200 S Pattee St, Missoula, MT, 59802, United States
AOSA and SCST will be holding our joint annual meeting this year in Missoula, MT on June 8-June 12. The meeting will include in-person meetings of many committees, as well as research and referee presentations. The meeting will also include a recreational tour at Alberton Orchards, a trade show, and award presentations at the banquet.
There will be four workshops offered on Sunday, June 8th; each workshop is priced at $175 and will include lunch and a morning/afternoon break. These will be excellent hands-on learning opportunities for those looking to broaden their knowledge base.
Workshop Schedule
TZ Training: 9:00 am – 3:30pm
Seedling Evaluation: 8:00am – 12:00pm
Statistics: 1:00pm – 5:00 pm
Vigor Tests: Pitfalls and Causes of Unwanted Variation: 1:00pm – 5:00pm

Seed Management Academy 2025
2025-08-26 08:00 - 2025-08-28 17:00 | Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN, United States
Strong business management abilities have always been critical in leading successful teams and organizations, and our current environment has only increased this importance. The Seed Management Academy, formerly known as the ASTA Management Academy, is a valuable opportunity for anyone involved in the seed industry. In partnership with the American Seed Trade Association (ASTA), we’re committed to nurturing growth, innovation and excellence within the seed industry. During the academy, Drs. Brady Brewer, Scott Downey, Brenna Ellison and Pete Hammett will take you on a deep dive into the practical application of general management concepts vital to the long-term success of seed firms, discuss the changing agribusiness environment and implications for the seed industry, explore marketing strategies and more.
Previously a week-long program, the Seed Management Academy has improved its delivery model! The academy’s impactful content will now be delivered through a blended model approach featuring some online and in-person aspects. Two weeks before the academy, you’ll receive pre-recorded videos from each instructor overviewing key concepts to be discussed during the live sessions. You’ll review these videos and gain a foundational understanding of topics, then you’ll join us on Purdue University’s campus to practice these concepts and tools through group discussions and activities that simulate real-life application of management principles.
Whether you’re an experienced decision-maker or new to the industry, this academy is beneficial for all levels of responsibility and segments of the seed business, including vegetable/garden, row crop and turf grass marketplaces. Over 1,340 participants representing more than 300 firms worldwide have completed the Seed Management Academy. While it is not required to attend as a team, past participants have found it beneficial to attend with others from their organization.

Forage, Turf & Conservation Seed Conference 2025
2025-10-29 08:00 - 17:00 | The Westin Kansas City at Crown Center, 1 E Pershing Rd, Kansas City, MO, 64108, United States
Networking and learning about innovations in the grass seed business are what drive attendees to ASTA’s annual fall conference in Kansas City, held in conjunction with the Western Seed Association’s annual meeting.

ASTA's Field Crop Seed Convention 2025
2025-12-09 08:00 - 2025-12-12 17:00 | Hyatt Regency Orlando, 9801 International Drive, Orlando, FL, 32819, United States
The Field Crop Seed Convention (FCSC) convenes industry professionals involved in the production of seed used for food, feed, fiber, and fuel. Bringing together over 1,000 individuals annually from over 27 countries, the FCSC continues to be the largest seed industry networking event in the United states, offering trade show exhibit opportunities and educational/policy content to attendees.

ASTA 65th Vegetable & Flower Seed Conference
2026-02-15 08:00 - 2026-02-20 17:00 | Hilton San Diego Bayfront, 1 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA, 92101, United States
Joint Meeting with California Seed Association
ASTA’s Vegetable and Flower Seed Conference offers unrivaled networking and educational opportunities for the global vegetable and flower seed industry. This event continues to be America’s fastest growing seed industry conference. Registration is open!

ASTA Leadership Summit 2026
2026-06-09 08:00 - 2026-06-11 17:00 | Westin Milwaukee, 550 North Van Buren, Milwaukee, 53202, United States
In 2026, ASTA’s Leadership Summit heads to the Midwest’s vibrant Fresh Coast—Milwaukee, WI. Join industry leaders and rising stars for an energizing experience where you’ll elevate your leadership skills, help shape ASTA’s future strategic direction, build powerful connections, and delve into state policy through engagement with local lawmakers and policy experts. Register now at https://asta.swoogo.com/ls26.

California Seed Association Mid-Year Meeting 2026
2026-10-12 08:00 - 2026-10-13 17:00 | Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa on Cannery Row, Monterey, CA, United States
https://calseed.org/events.html

Forage, Turf & Conservation Seed Conference 2026
2026-11-17 09:00 - 15:00 | Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center, 2345 McGee St, Kansas City, 64108, United States

2026 Field Crop Seed Convention
2026-12-07 - 2026-12-10 | Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk, 301 E North Water St, Chicago, IL, 60611, United States
After listening to attendee and exhibitor feedback and thoughtful discussion with our Board of Directors, ASTA’s leadership is moving the Field Crop Seed Convention back to the Midwest! Join us in Chicago, IL December 7-10, 2026 for ASTA’s time honored row crop meeting. Stay tuned for more details.

SDABA 2026 Agronomy Conference
2026-12-16 08:00 - 2026-12-17 17:00 | Best Western Plus Ramkota Hotel, 3200 W Maple Street, Sioux Falls, SD, 57107, United States
The South Dakota Agri-Business Association (SDABA) Agronomy Conference is the most comprehensive program offered for agronomy professionals in South Dakota. The 2-day event features presentations from leading university and industry experts. Open to anyone, but tailored for Certified Crop Advisors to receive their continuing education units, the conference gathers an audience of over 150 of the most progressive agronomists across the region.
The conference offers CCAs the opportunity to earn 17 CEUs covering all four performance objectives: Nutrient Management (NM), Soil & Water (SW), Pest Management (PM), and Crop Management (CM).
Details of the conference are provided in September of each year, so check back often!

SDABA 2027 Ag Expo
2027-01-13 08:00 - 2027-01-14 17:00 | Denny Sanford Premier Center, 1201 N. West Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD, 57104, United States
The South Dakota Ag Expo is the state’s most anticipated annual event for agribusinesses, bringing together over 1,300 attendees from all facets of the industry. As the largest indoor agribusiness tradeshow in the region, this unique gathering blends education, innovation, and networking opportunities for learning collaboration, and growth.

ASTA's 66th Vegetable & Flower Seed Conference
2027-01-31 - 2027-02-04 | Hyatt Regency Orlando, 9801 International Drive, Orlando, FL, 32819, United States
ASTA’s Vegetable & Flower Seed Conference gathers global industry leaders, researchers, and key stakeholders to exchange innovative insights, advance best practices, and explore new business opportunities while addressing challenges in the cultivation and commercialization of vegetable and flower seeds.

California Seed Association Annual Meeting 2027
2027-03-14 08:00 - 2027-03-17 17:00 | Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort, 633 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93103, United States
