What We Do

ASTA, directed by its members, is involved in nearly all issues relating to plant germplasm, focusing on three areas of industry importance:

• Regulatory and legislative matters at international, national and state levels;
• New technologies impacting all crop species; and
• Communication and education of members and appropriate public audiences regarding science and policy issues affecting the seed industry.

Activities include enhancing the visibility of seed issues in the public arena; advocating industry-wide positions on policy issues; informing members about environmental and conservation issues and new developments in plant breeding, such as the use of modern biotechnology; conducting meetings to inform members about seed issues and to encourage fellowship among seed professionals; promoting global sales of U.S. seeds; funding select seed research programs; and maintaining positive working relationships with related professional organizations.