National Organizations

 


 National Association of Plant Breeders - NAPB

"The National Association of Plant Breeders strengthens plant breeding to promote food security, quality of life, and a sustainable future. The NAPB is the outreach group that represents plant breeders in federal, state, commercial and non-government organizations."

NAPB Website


 American Association for the Advancement of Science - AAAS

"The AAAS seeks to 'advance science, engineering, and innovation throughout the world for the benefit of all people.' The world's largest multidisciplinary scientific society and a leading publisher of cutting-edge research through its Science family of journals, AAAS has individual members in more than 91 countries around the globe."

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 American Society of Agronomy - ASA

"The American Society of Agronomy (ASA) is a progressive international scientific and professional society that empowers scientists, educators, and practitioners in developing, disseminating, and applying agronomic solutions to feed and sustain the world."

ASA Website 


 American Society for Horticultural Science - ASHS

"Established in 1903, the American Society for Horticultural Science is recognized around the world as one of the most respected and influential professional societies for horticultural scientists. ASHS is committed to promoting and encouraging national and international interest in scientific research and education in all branches of horticulture."

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 American Society of Plant Biologists - ASPB

"ASPB is a professional society devoted to the advancement of the plant sciences. It publishes two world-class journals and organizes conferences, and other activities that are key to the advancement of the science.The American Society of Plant Biologists was founded in 1924 to promote the growth and development of plant biology, to encourage and publish research in plant biology, and to promote the interests and growth of plant scientists in general. Over the decades the Society has evolved and expanded to provide a forum for molecular and cellular biology as well as to serve the basic interests of plant science."

ASPB Website 

 


 American Seed Trade Association - ASTA

"Founded in 1883, the American Seed Trade Association (ASTA) is one of the oldest trade organizations in the United States. As an authority on plant germplasm, ASTA advocates science and policy issues of industry-wide importance. ASTA’s mission is to be an effective voice of action in all matters concerning the development, marketing and movement of seed, associated products and services throughout the world. ASTA promotes the development of better seed to produce better crops for a better quality of life."

ASTA Website

 


 Crop Science Society of America - CSSA

"The Crop Science Society of America (CSSA) is a progressive international scientific society that fosters the mission of plant science for a better world. Based in Madison, WI, and founded in 1956, CSSA is the professional home for 5,000+ members dedicated to advancing the field of crop science. Society members are dedicated to the conservation and wise use of natural resources to produce food, feed, fiber, fuel, and pharmaceutical crops while maintaining and improving the environment."

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 Genetics Society of America - GSA

"The Genetics Society of America (GSA), founded in 1931, is the professional membership organization for scientific researchers and educators in the field of genetics. Our members work to advance knowledge in the basic mechanisms of inheritance, from the molecular to the population level."

GSA Website