American Seed Trade Association

06/05/2026

🌎♻️🌱On , ASTA believes that continued innovation in the seed industry is critical to support environmental resiliency, ensure global food and nutritional security, and support farmer livelihoods.
to produce better crops for a better quality of life.
Learn more about ASTA's values here: https://ow.ly/2u9P50Z5ITh

06/04/2026

🤝Meet the innovators of the future at ASTA's annual June 9-11 in Milwaukee.
🧑‍🎓This year, 10 outstanding students who are a part of ASTA's student connections program will be attending the conference to network with professionals and present their research.
➡️Meet the students here: https://asta.swoogo.com/ls26/12095813

06/03/2026

What are the benefits of treated seed?
🌱Treated seeds are a tool farmers can utilize to face the ever-changing challenges in the agriculture industry while simultaneously reducing negative impacts on the environment.
More about seed treatment: https://www.betterseed.org/treated-seeds/

06/02/2026

Amit Dhingra pursued a career that allowed him to contribute to people's health and quality of life by examining the beginning of the food chain: the seed.

Read the article here:

Amit Dhingra has a deep passion for nutritious food. His childhood experiences growing up in India motivated him to pursue a career in crop improvement.

06/01/2026

ASTA's annual is one week away!
Get prepared for 3 full days of:
📈Learning
🤝Networking
💡Innovating


View the full agenda and list of speakers here: https://ow.ly/PCK750Z4PSz

06/01/2026

ASTA joined our industry partners in the Ag Coalition to meet with U.S. Treasury officials. As part of our engagement in the coalition and our broader engagement efforts, ASTA remains committed to advocating for the USMCA Agreement and its importance to the seed sector and trade.

05/30/2026

On , it is important to keep hot summer temperatures in mind when creating a plan for watering.
Read more about watering in extreme temperatures in this article from the University of Minnesota https://ow.ly/koAw50Z2Poo

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What do above-average temperatures mean for how we manage our gardens?

05/29/2026

From rising leaders to seasoned executives, the ASTA Leadership Summit brings the industry together to pause, learn, and grow.
The chance to build your network across the entire seed industry is rare, and is where it happens. Join us in Milwaukee to grow your connections, sharpen your leadership skills, and engage with the conversations shaping ag’s future.

Register for Milwaukee June 9-11: https://www.betterseed.org/LS26

05/28/2026

Dave Bubeck, research director for Corteva Agriscience, would love to see you at ASTA's Leadership Summit on June 9-11!
🌱Keep up with the latest in the ever-changing world of agriculture and gain new insights from industry leaders.

Register today: https://www.betterseed.org/LS26

05/27/2026

? Neonicotinoids are a safe and effective seed treatment that boosts crop yields and allows pollinators to thrive.
According to Growing Matters, a small amount applied directly to seeds has been shown to boost yields up to 71.3% across eight major crops in North America.
Learn more about neonics here: https://ow.ly/ZUf850Z4es2