Brad May
Washington, DC (June 23, 2021) - The American Seed Trade Association (ASTA) announced its newly-elected officer team and honored industry award winners during its 2021 Policy & Leadership Development Conference, June 21-23 in Washington, DC.
Members of the FY2021-22 ASTA officer team — officially taking office on July 1 — are:
“It’s an honor to serve on behalf of this great industry, which has proven time and time again — especially this past year — just how resilient, and essential, we truly are," May says. "As we head into this new year, it’s my goal to ensure we’re prepared as an industry, and as an association, to continue leading and moving forward, to address whatever future challenges lie ahead.
"From innovations in conservation, cover crop, vegetable and row crop seed, to innovations in seed treatment technology and plant breeding – our diverse industry is helping to drive the solutions for a more sustainable future for farmers, food and the environment. We all play a role, we all have a story to tell, and we are all more impactful when we come together and speak with a strong, unified voice.”
In addition to the new officer team, ASTA announced the recipients of its prestigious annual awards: the Distinguished Service and Lifetime Honorary Member.
Distinguished Service Award: ASTA’s Distinguished Service Award recognizes an individual — who may or may not be an ASTA member — who has made outstanding contributions to the seed industry throughout the year.
This year’s award was presented to two deserving individuals:
Lifetime Honorary Member Award: ASTA’s Lifetime Honorary Member Award recognizes individuals who exemplify leadership, vision, and service. This year’s award was bestowed upon two esteemed industry representatives:
Learn more about the award recipients in ASTA’s commemorative program.
Founded in 1883, the American Seed Trade Association (ASTA) represents over 700 companies involved in seed production, plant breeding and related industries in North America. ASTA is the leading voice of action in all matters concerning the development, marketing and movement of seed, associated products and services throughout the world. The association's broad membership offers varieties from alfalfa to zucchini and all production types including conventional, organic and biotech. ASTA promotes the development of better seed to produce better crops for a better quality of life.