Meetings & Education News
Mind Your Melon at ASTAâs 2026 Leadership Summit
- On April 30, 2026
What does it really take to thrive in agriculture? It’s not just about yields, markets, or weather. It’s about the person behind...
ASTA Welcomes Natalie Wolpert as Meetings Coordinator
- On April 30, 2026
ASTA is pleased to announce the hiring of Natalie Wolpert as the associationâs new Meetings Coordinator. In this role,...
Registration Now Open for ASTA’s Vegetable & Flower Seed Conference in Monterey
- On August 23, 2023
After a highly successful experience in 2020, ASTAâs Vegetable & Flower Seed Conference returns to Monterey, CA, January 26-30,...
UC Davis SBC Upcoming Courses
- On August 9, 2023
Time is running out to register for the E-Series: RStudio Level 3 course on September 6-7. Registration is also open for Seed...
Upcoming Webinar: Herbicide Strategy for Endangered Species with EPAâs Office of Pesticide Programs
- On August 9, 2023
On August 10, USDAâs Office of Pest Management Policy (OPMP) will host a webinar with representatives from EPAâs Office...
ASTAâs Field Crop Seed Convention in Orlando Breaking Registration Pacing Records
- On August 9, 2023
Registration for ASTAâs newly-rebranded Field Crop Seed Convention has only been open for a few weeks and is already pacing ahead...
Engines Revved for the ASTA Leadership Summit in Indy: Highest Attendance in Five Years
- On June 15, 2022
ASTA is gearing up for the debut of its newest event, the ASTA Leadership Summit, June 25-29. A refreshed...
ASTA Environmental and Conservation Seed Committee Holds Workshop in Boise, Idaho
- On June 1, 2022
ASTAâs Environmental and Conservation Seed Committee held its yearly workshop in Boise, Idaho, May 23-24. The workshop hosted staff...
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Today is the Final Day for Sponsorship and Exhibit Opportunities at the ASTA Leadership Summit
- On June 1, 2022
There have been very few new conferences debuted in ASTAâs 138-year history, and this year is one of those...
Early Rates Expire May 26! Build Your Path to Leadership at the ASTA Leadership Summit this June
- On May 18, 2022
Looking for a way to elevate your career in the seed industry? The ASTA Leadership Summit this June in...
ASTA Participates in Washington Watch on Capitol Hill
- On May 4, 2022
On May 2, ASTA participated in National Association of Farm Broadcasters Washington Watch Issues Forum on Capitol Hill. ASTA...
ASTA Leadership Summit Keynote Announced: Sheryl Connelly
- On May 4, 2022
The new ASTA Leadership Summit, June 25-29 in Indianapolis, has been designed for every ASTA member to come together...
ASTA Leadership Summit: Calling All Members
- On April 21, 2022
What are you doing now to prepare your companyâs future leaders for the realities of our changing business environment?...
Interested in Continuing Education Opportunities in Plant Breeding and Biology? Read Below for a Number of Upcoming Offerings from UC Davis:
- On March 30, 2022
2022 Plant Breeding Academy E-Series This spring, the UC Davis Seed Biotechnology Center (SBC) is hosting a series of...
ASTA Participates in Celebration of Modern Ag on the National Mall
- On March 30, 2022
On March 21-22, ASTA joined partners in the agriculture, sustainability and equipment manufacturing community in Washington, D.C. to showcase...
Kansas State University Hosts Fusarium Laboratory Workshop June 19-24
- On March 16, 2022
On June 19-24, Kansas State University is hosting the 2022 Fusarium Laboratory Workshop in Manhattan, KS. The workshop will...
UC Davis Hosts Seed Biology, Quality & Pathology Course
- On March 16, 2022
On June 28-30, the UC Davis Seed Biotechnology Center is hosting a Seed Biology, Quality & Pathology course. Delivering...
ASTA to Showcase Seed Innovation and Sustainability at Celebration of Modern Ag on the National Mall!
- On March 16, 2022
ASTA will join partners in the agriculture, sustainability and equipment manufacturing community on March 21-22 in the heart of...
USDA APHIS Biotechnology Regulatory Services (BRS) Offers eFile Training Sessions
- On March 16, 2022
A series of webinar trainings on the APHIS eFile system will be taking place from March 29 â April...
NOSB Announces Spring Meeting, Encourages Comments
- On March 16, 2022
The National Organic Standards Board (NOSB) will meet virtually April 26-28. The meeting will be preceded by two days...
Registration Open for ASTAâs Leadership Summit, June 25-29
- On March 16, 2022
Registration is open for ASTAâs new Leadership Summit, June 25-29 in Indianapolis! Make plans now to send your team...
Share your Session Ideas and Favorite CSS & Seed EXPO Memories to Help Commemorate ASTAâs FINAL Year in Chicago!
- On March 16, 2022
ASTA is in the initial planning stages of the CSS & Seed Expo 2022, our largest convention of the...
Applications Open for UC Davisâ European PBA Class VII
- On March 2, 2022
The Seed Biotechnology Center at UC Davis developed a professional development course to teach the principles of plant breeding...
UC Davis Hosts 2022 Plant Breeding Academy E-Series
- On March 2, 2022
Based upon a seed industry-wide survey assessing continuous educational needs during the pandemic, the UC Davis Seed Biotechnology Center...
Mark Your Calendar for the 2022 ASTA Management Academy
- On March 2, 2022
Mark your calendar for the 2022 ASTA Management Academy, at Purdue University, August 31-September 1, featuring a new delivery...
Registration Now Open for ASTAâs NEW Leadership Summit, June 25-29
- On March 2, 2022
Registration is officially open for ASTAâs new Leadership Summit, June 25-29 in Indianapolis! Make plans now to send your...
Illinois Crop Improvement Association Hosts IL-IN Seed Conditioning Workshop Feb. 23
- On February 17, 2022
The Illinois Crop Improvement Association is hosting an IL-IN Seed Conditioning Workshop on February 23 in Champaign, IL. The...
ASTA Successfully Hosts Participants from 30 Countries at the 61st Vegetable & Flower Seed Conference
- On February 17, 2022
In spite of the pandemic and with the addition of extra safety measures, ASTA successfully hosted its 61st Vegetable...
UC Davis Seed Biotechnology Center to Host Seed Production Course
- On January 13, 2022
Registration is open for the Seed Production Course from the UC Davis Seed Biotechnology Center. This course is tailored...
UC Davis Plant Breeding Academy E-Series: Advanced Statistics & Experimental Design
- On January 13, 2022
Early registration pricing for the UC Davis Plant Breeding Academy E-Series #3 has been extended to January 28. The...
SIPA to Host Educational IP Webinar on January 29
- On January 13, 2022
On January 29 at 10:00 a.m. PST, in conjunction with ASTAâs Vegetable & Flower Seed Conference in San Diego,...
ASTA Announces Speakers for 61st Vegetable & Flower Seed Conference
- On January 13, 2022
On January 5, ASTA announced updates to the speaker line-up for its 61st Vegetable & Flower Seed Conference January...
ASTA Updates COVID Safety Protocols for its Vegetable & Flower Seed Conference
- On January 13, 2022
On January 5, ASTA announced updated pandemic-related regulations for the Vegetable & Flower Seed Conference held Jan. 28 â...
Continue Your Learning at the ASTA Management Academy
- On December 22, 2021
The ASTA Management Academy, February 15-17, 2022 at Purdue University in West Lafayette, IN, will feature an all-new delivery...
Students Present Seed Science Foundation Challenge Reports
- On December 22, 2021
The Seed Science Foundation (SSF) brought two PhD students to ASTAâs CSS & Seed Expo 2021 to share their...
Thatâs A Wrap on Another Successful CSS & Seed Expo
- On December 22, 2021
More than 1,600 seed professionals gathered December 6-9 in Chicago for ASTAâs CSS & Seed Expo 2021. Thanks to...
ASTAâs 61st Vegetable & Flower Seed Conference: Expecting Strong Turnout Despite Pandemic
- On December 22, 2021
ASTA is experiencing significant interest in the upcoming Vegetable & Flower Seed Conference, being held Jan. 28 â Feb....
Applications are Open for UC Davis SBC European PBA Class VII
- On December 9, 2021
The UC Davis Seed Biotechnology Center (SBC) is now accepting applications for its European Plant Breeding Academy (PBA) Class...
Registration Open for UC Davis Seed Biotechnology Center Seed Production Course
- On December 9, 2021
Registration is now open for the Seed Production Course from the UC Davis Seed Biotechnology Center. The course is...
UC Davis Plant Breeding Academy E-Series: Advanced Statistics & Experimental Design
- On December 9, 2021
Early registration pricing for the UC Davis Plant Breeding Academy E-Series #3 has been extended to December 24. The...
Your Recipe for Success for ASTAâs CSS & Seed Expo 2021
- On November 24, 2021
This year, ASTA is thankful to bring our members back together in-person and we are especially grateful to our...
USDA PVP Board Schedules Public Teleconference Meeting
- On November 3, 2021
On October 28, the USDA Plant Variety Protection (PVP) Board announced a public teleconference meeting for December 14, 2021....
Register Today for the 2022 ASTA Management Academy
- On November 3, 2021
The 2022 ASTA Management Academy, February 15-17 in West Lafayette, IN, features an all-new delivery model! The academy will...
ASTAâs CSS & Seed Expo 2021 Gains Momentum, Releases Expo Showcase Schedules
- On November 3, 2021
Attendance numbers continue to rise dramatically for ASTAâs CSS & Seed Expo in Chicago this December, with news of...
UC Davis Seed Biotechnology Center Offers New Courses
- On October 20, 2021
The UC Davis Seed Biotechnology Center (SBC) is offering a number of courses related to plant breeding throughout the...
ASTAâs Farm & Lawn Seed Conference Set for New Time
- On October 20, 2021
ASTAâs Farm & Lawn Seed Conference, held November 3 in conjunction with the 2021 Western Seed Association Convention, has...
CSS & Seed Expo Session Spotlight: Sustainability and Post-Pandemic Concerns Amazon, Boeing to Speak in Carbon Management Session
- On October 20, 2021
The CSS & Seed Expo 2021 is shaping up to be the first major opportunity for the seed industry...
Registration Open for the 2022 ASTA Management Academy
- On October 6, 2021
Mark your calendar for the 2022 ASTA Management Academy February 15-17 in West Lafayette, IN, featuring a new delivery...
ASTA Meeting Registrations Showing 98-99% In-Person Attendance
- On October 6, 2021
Registration is off to a strong start for ASTAâs two largest conventions of the year, the CSS & Seed...
CSS & Seed Expo Sponsorship Opportunities
- On September 16, 2021
ASTA is offering a host of opportunities, both online and in-person, for companies to stand out at Americaâs largest...
UC Davis Seed Biotechnology Center Offers Fall 2021 & Winter 2022 Courses
- On September 1, 2021
The UC Davis Seed Biotechnology Center (SBC) is offering a number of courses related to plant breeding throughout the...
Phytosanitary Risk Model Workshop Recording Now Available
- On September 1, 2021
Researchers from North Carolina State University have partnered with ASTA to develop a phytosanitary risk model which analyses phytosanitary...
Phytosanitary Database Workshop Recordings Now Available
- On September 1, 2021
On August 24, ASTA hosted a virtual workshop to provide training on a variety of phytosanitary databases including ASTAâs...
Registration Now Open for ASTAâs CSS & Seed Expo 2021
- On September 1, 2021
Conference registration is now open for ASTAâs CSS & Seed Expo 2021, December 6-9 in Chicago! This year will...
New ASTA Workshop for Members on Pest/Phyto Databases
- On August 18, 2021
On August 24, ASTA will host a members-only workshop covering several new databases for the global movement of seed....
ASTAâs CSS & Seed Expo 2021 Registration Opening Soon with All New âVillagesâ Design
- On August 5, 2021
Registration opens soon for ASTAâs largest event, the CSS & Seed Expo 2021, to be held December 6-9 in...
Soil Health Institute to Hold Virtual 2021 Annual Meeting, August 11-12
- On July 20, 2021
The Soil Health Institute (SHI) will hold its annual meeting virtually August 11-12, 2021. This yearâs theme is âEnriching...
International Society for Biosafety Research Symposium Scheduled for April 10-14 in St. Louis
- On July 20, 2021
The International Society for Biosafety Research (ISBR) is holding its 16th ISBR Symposium in St. Louis, MO, April 10-14,...
Session Two Dates Announced for the 2021 UPOV Distance Learning Courses
- On July 7, 2021
On June 29, the International Union for the Protection of New Varieties of Plants (UPOV) announced dates for Session...
Did You Miss ASTAâs 2021 Policy & Leadership Development Conference?
- On July 7, 2021
ASTA members made a much-anticipated return to in-person meetings at the historic hybrid 2021 Policy & Leadership Development Conference...
New Speakers Added to ASTAâs Policy & Leadership Development Conference Agenda
- On June 16, 2021
ASTAâs Policy & Leadership Development Conference (PLDC), June 20-23, has a stellar line-up of speakers. The latest additions include...
Registration Open for Agri-Pulse Sustainability in Agriculture Webinar
- On June 2, 2021
Agri-Pulse is hosting a webinar titled âSustainability in Agriculture: Moving from promise to practiceâ on June 7 at 9:00...
UC Davis Plant Breeding Academy Class VIII Starting in September
- On June 2, 2021
The Seed Biotechnology Center at the University of California, Davis has organized a professional development course to teach the...
Registration Open for UC Davis Seed Business 101 â Field Crops on-line Course
- On June 2, 2021
Registration is now open for UC Davisâ Seed Business 101! The course is offered over eight half-days in August....
Special Notice to ASTA Membership: Proposed FY 2021-22 Slate of Officers
- On June 2, 2021
Tracy Tally, Justin Seed Company and Chair of the ASTA Nominating Committee announced the proposed slate of ASTA Officers...
Donât Miss ASTAâs First In-Person Conference Since the Pandemic
- On June 2, 2021
ASTA is excited to welcome back members and friends both in-person and virtually to its 2021 Policy & Leadership...
SRCA Announces its 2021 Biotech Regulation Workshop
- On May 19, 2021
The Specialty Crop Regulatory Assistance (SCRA) recently announced its 2021 workshop, âNuts and Bolts of U.S. Regulatory Dossiers for...
Special Update: Washington D.C. to Lift All COVID-19 Restrictions in Time for ASTAâs Policy & Leadership Development Conference
- On May 19, 2021
On May 10, Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser announced that most indoor facilities such as hotels, restaurants, office spaces...
Colorado State University Announces New Course in Plant Genetic Resources
- On May 5, 2021
Colorado State University, in conjunction with the USDA Agricultural Research Serviceâs National Plant Germplasm System, recently announced a new...
UC Davis Plant Breeding Academy Starts in September
- On May 5, 2021
The Seed Biotechnology Center at the University of California, Davis has organized a professional development course to teach the...
UC Davis Plant Breeding Academy Offers Short Courses in May
- On May 5, 2021
Based upon a seed industry-wide survey assessing continuous educational needs during the pandemic, UC Davis Plant Breeding Academy (PBA)...
Moving the CSS & Seed Expo? Member Survey Closing Soon
- On May 5, 2021
ASTA is conducting a thorough evaluation of its flagship event, the CSS & Seed Expo, typically held at the...
New Sponsorships, Special Events and Limited Space Left for ASTAâs Policy & Leadership Development Conference
- On May 5, 2021
Thanks to continued loosening of restrictions related to tours, dining and capacities in Washington, D.C., a new spouse registration...
ASTA IEC Hosts FAS, U.S. Embassy in Mexico, and Seeds Canada
- On April 21, 2021
ASTAâs International Executive Committee (IEC) hosted three external virtual meetings during the spring IEC meeting, April 7-8. Groups met...
Moving ASTAâs CSS & Seed Expo?
- On April 21, 2021
If the headline caught your attention, it means you have some opinions about where ASTAâs flagship event, the CSS...
Itâs a GO: ASTAâs Policy & Leadership Development Conference Will Be Live
- On April 21, 2021
After weeks of close monitoring of pandemic-related data and government restrictions, the ASTA Administrative Committee has officially re-confirmed that...
ASTAâs Policy & Leadership Development Conference: Status Update
- On April 7, 2021
At press time, ASTA is still making plans to meet in person in Washington, D.C. this June 20-23 for...
Colorado State Universityâs STEP Offers Seed Technology Courses
- On March 25, 2021
Colorado State Universityâs (CSU) Seed Technology Educational Programs (STEP) is offering seven courses in seed technology to train seed...
UC Davis Plant Breeding Academy Offers E-Series On-Line Short Courses
- On March 25, 2021
To address the need for continuing education during the pandemic, UC Davisâs Plant Breeding Academy (PBA) is launching a...
Make Your Company Stand Out at ASTAâs Policy & Leadership Development Conference
- On March 25, 2021
This June, ASTA is planning to make its first return to in-person events since the pandemic began a year...
Register Today for New SIPA Webinar
- On March 11, 2021
The Seed Innovation & Protection Alliance (SIPA) is hosting a free webinar titled, âIP Best Practices: Why and What?â...
Register Now for ASTAâs Management Micro-Course Series Hosted by Purdue University
- On March 11, 2021
Purdue Universityâs Center for Food and Agricultural Business is hosting the ASTA Management Micro-Course Series throughout March and April....
ASTAâs Policy & Leadership Development Conference Registration Now Open
- On March 11, 2021
ASTA is excited to announce the opening of registration for the 2021 Policy & Leadership Development Conference â currently...
NC State Universityâs Plant Breeding Consortium Announces New International Plant Breeding Seminar Series
- On March 11, 2021
North Carolina State Universityâs Plant Breeding Consortium has announced a new seminar series in International Plant Breeding. The initial...
Call for Proposals: Submit Your Ideas for ASTAâs CSS 2021 Program!
- On February 24, 2021
New for 2021, ASTAâs CSS & Seed Expo Program Planning Committee extends an invitation to all ASTA members to...
ASTA Hosts Virtual Media Tour Highlighting Plant Breeding Innovation in Produce
- On February 24, 2021
On February 10 & 11, ASTA, in collaboration with the Florida Fruit & Vegetable Association, the University of Florida...
ASTA Management Academy Moved to Micro-Course Series
- On February 9, 2021
In light of the ongoing pandemic, the traditional in-person ASTA Management Academy will not be offered in 2021. Instead,...
ASTA Wraps Up Successful Vegetable & Flower Seed Conference
- On February 9, 2021
Thank you to everyone who participated in ASTAâs first-ever virtual Vegetable & Flower Seed Conference! Over 540 people registered...
ASTAâs 60th Vegetable & Flower Seed Conference Just Around the Corner
- On January 26, 2021
ASTAâs 60th Vegetable & Flower Seed Conference kicks off next week! Register today to join representatives of the vegetable...
Early-Bird Registration Price Extended to January 31 for UC Davis Seed Biotechnology Center On-Line Seed Production Course
- On January 12, 2021
In response to industry demand, the UC Davis Seed Biotechnology Center (SBC) is excited to announce that its 2021...
IPSA Announces 32nd Annual Conference Goes Virtual
- On January 12, 2021
On January 6, the Independent Professional Seed Associationâs (IPSA) announced its 32nd Annual Conference will be held virtually January...
ASTAâs 60th Vegetable & Flower Seed Conference: Deadlines Approaching
- On January 12, 2021
ASTA is excited to unveil the virtual version of the 60th Vegetable & Flower Seed Conference, coming up Feb....
ASTAâs CSS & Seed Expo Virtual: Not Over Yet!
- On December 22, 2020
The CSS & Seed Expo Virtual will remain active for upcoming and past session viewing, exhibitor visits and even...
Vegetable & Flower Seed Conference Virtual Trading Room Deadline
- On December 22, 2020
December 23 is the extended deadline to sign up to exhibit at ASTAâs 60th Vegetable & Flower Seed Conference,...
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...
Register Today for 32nd IPSA Annual Conference in Tucson, AZ, Jan. 18-21, 2021
- On December 11, 2020
Registration for the 32nd Independent Professional Seed Association (IPSA) Annual Conference is open. The conference will be a hybrid...
Purdueâs 2021 ASTA Management Academy Goes Virtual
- On December 11, 2020
Purdue Universityâs Center for Food and Agricultural Business has announced the 2021 ASTA Management Academy, March 1-5, 2021, is...
Thank You for Attending ASTAâs CSS & Seed Expo Virtual!
- On December 11, 2020
Thank you to everyone who participated in ASTAâs first-ever CSS & Seed Expo Virtual, Dec. 7-9! Nearly 1,000 people...
Register Today for ASTAâs Virtual 60th Vegetable & Flower Seed Conference
- On November 12, 2020
Register today for ASTAâs virtual 60th Vegetable & Flower Seed Conference, Feb. 1-3, 2021! Featuring a full conference session...
ASTA Unveils the First Sneak Peek of the CSS & Seed Expo Virtual Venue
- On November 12, 2020
On Tuesday, November 10, ASTA held a sneak preview event to unveil a guided tour of the new CSS...
