Alternative Proteins Panelists Announced For ASTA's CSS & Seed Expo 2021, Dec. 6-9 in Chicago

Date Posted: Nov 22, 2021

Alexandria, VA (November 22, 2021) — ASTA’s CSS & Seed Expo 2021 is less than two weeks away. There’s still time register to attend (in-person or virtually) the nation’s largest seed industry conference, Dec. 6-9 in Chicago, IL.

Recent additions to the program include a panel discussion on Monday, Dec. 6 exploring the rapidly growing topic of plant-based proteins. Expert speakers include: Nicole Sopko, VP, Upton’s Naturals and President, Plant Based Foods Association; Tyler Jameson, VP, Government Affairs, Impossible Foods; and Mark Macrander, Director, Specialty Grain Contracting & Plant Science, Ingredion Corporation.

In Tuesday’s General Session, Dan Basse of AgResource will bring his annual predictions for what lies ahead in global agricultural markets. Wednesday’s General Session will offer a glimpse into the future of carbon markets and sustainability, with speakers representing Purdue University, Amazon, Land O’Lakes, Boeing, top global seed companies, and many more. Other key sessions and Expo tours will feature timely industry topics including: gene editing, managing employee turnover, treated seeds, digital imaging, and seed labs.

This year's conference offers an all-new “Villages” concept, showcasing interactive programming in the following key areas: ag tech innovation, operations and logistics, career skills and research/lab facilities, and treated seed. Both in-person and virtual attendance options are available. In between sessions, be sure to stop by the Seed Expo’s “Field Village” for a first-hand look at the latest in large field equipment, seed sorting and processing and seed logistics and packaging. With more than 120 exhibitors, this year’s Seed Expo is one you won’t want to miss! View the full schedule of events here.

ASTA's CSS & Seed Expo 2021 Gains Momentum and Releases Expo Showcase Schedules

Alexandria, VA (November 3, 2021) - Attendance numbers continue to rise dramatically for the American Seed Trade Association's (ASTA) CSS & Seed Expo in Chicago, IL December 6-9, with news of COVID numbers dropping around the United States and international travel restrictions loosening as of Nov. 8.

“It’s obvious that those on the fence about attending this year’s CSS event have decided that they need to be there,” says Jennifer Crouse, Senior Director of Meetings & Services. “These past two weeks have seen double the weekly registration increase over any prior week that registration has been open.”

ASTA recently announced the lineup of presenting exhibitors in the four Expo Showcase events, one for each of the new conference “villages” that define the new event layout this year. Register to attend today.

ASTA's CSS & Seed Expo 2021 Will Explore Future of Carbon Markets and The Ag Economy

Alexandria, VA (October 18, 2021) — Register for America’s largest seed industry conference, Dec. 6-9 in Chicago, IL.

The American Seed Trade Association’s (ASTA) CSS & Seed Expo 2021 will explore the future of carbon markets and sustainability, featuring expert speakers from Purdue University, Amazon, Land O’Lakes, Boeing, top global seed companies, and many more. In addition, back by popular demand, Dan Basse of AgResource, will bring his annual predictions for what lies ahead in global agricultural markets.

Other key sessions and Expo tours will feature timely industry topics including: gene editing, alternative proteins, treated seeds, digital imaging, and seed labs.

Both in-person and virtual attendance options are available. In between sessions, be sure to stop by the Seed Expo’s “Field Village” for a first-hand look at the latest in large field equipment, seed sorting and processing and seed logistics and packaging. With more than 70 exhibitors, this year’s Seed Expo is one you won’t want to miss. View the full schedule of events here.

For the latest information, visit the conference webpage.

CSS & Seed Expo Session Spotlight: Sustainability and Post Pandemic Concerns Amazon, Boeing To Speak In Carbon Management Session

The CSS & Seed Expo 2021 is shaping up to be the first major opportunity for the seed industry to come together after nearly two years apart during the pandemic, with a session series that reflects the timely issues facing the “next normal.”

A sustainability focus threads through the entire agenda, as the current state of topics such as supply chain operations, treated seed, ag technology innovations, testing and moving seed across borders are explored, along with a new meeting of the ASTA Sustainability Working Group.

Two general sessions will forecast the near future for top-of-mind issues, including the 2022 agricultural economic forecast by returning favorite Dan Basse and a new general session on Carbon Management, featuring speakers from Amazon, Boeing and several seed companies.

The new “villages” design of the event further connects session topics with their relevant exhibitors, including the “Tech Village,” “Field Village,” “LEAD Village” and “Treat Village,” with each hosting its own expo showcase event.

Exhibitors can still apply until October 22 to be included in the showcases, a free opportunity for participating exhibitors, and registration is steadily increasing weekly as more and more travel restrictions are lifted as of November. Register today.

The Newly Redesigned ASTA CSS & Seed Expo To Be Held Dec. 6-9 in Chicago

Alexandria, VA (September 8, 2021) — Don’t miss America’s largest seed industry conference, Dec. 6-9 in Chicago, IL.

The American Seed Trade Association’s (ASTA) CSS & Seed Expo 2021 will feature an all-new “Villages” concept, showcasing interactive programming in the following key areas: ag tech innovation, operations and logistics, career skills and research/lab facilities, and treated seed. The conference will offer both in-person and virtual attendance options.

ASTA's most popular speaker, Dan Basse of AgResource, will keynote Tuesday’s General Session, providing his annual predictions for what lies ahead in global agricultural markets. Wednesday’s all-new General Session will explore the future of carbon markets and sustainability, featuring expert speakers from Purdue University, Amazon, Land O’Lakes, Boeing, top global seed companies, and many more.

Other key sessions and Expo tours will explore timely industry topics including: gene editing, alternative proteins, treated seeds, digital imaging, and seed labs.

In between sessions, be sure to stop by the Seed Expo’s “Field Village” for a first-hand look at the latest in large field equipment, seed sorting and processing and seed logistics and packaging. With more than 70 exhibitors, this year’s Seed Expo is one you won’t want to miss. View the full schedule of events here.

For the latest information, visit the conference webpage.

Registration Now Open For ASTA's CSS & Seed Expo 2021

Chicago, IL (August 18, 2021) - Conference registration is now open for ASTA's CSS & Seed Expo 2021, December 6-9 in Chicago, IL.

This year will feature an all-new "villages" design which will enable attendees to roam throughout the venue to areas where sessions and exhibitors match in content, with networking areas and a "Food Truck" small plates food festival throughout both towers of the Hyatt Regency Chicago.

Join ASTA for networking and crucial, timely sessions, including a new "carbon-management" general session, digital agriculture session, and a whole new series of all-day education sessions on career development in the new "LEAD Village."

Visit the conference webpage for the latest agenda details and to register.

ASTA's CSS & Seed Expo 2021 Registration Opening Soon With All New "Villages" Design

Chicago, IL (August 5, 2021) - Registration opens soon for ASTA’s largest event, the CSS & Seed Expo 2021, to be held December 6-9 in Chicago, IL.

Featuring an all-new design, the “Villages” at the event will enable attendees to roam throughout the venue to areas where sessions and exhibitors match in content, with networking areas and a “Food Truck” small plates food festival throughout both towers of the Hyatt Regency Chicago.

New convention opportunities for participating companies were added to the website last week. Private company meeting registration and the new 2021-2022 Sponsorship Gallery are open now; exhibitor registration opened this week; and, attendee registration and the hotel block are scheduled to open by August 18.

ASTA is partnering with the Hyatt Regency Chicago to help member companies hold their own meetings and events in conjunction with the conference, with special package offers coming soon, for those who may have had to cancel their in-person meetings earlier this year.

The preliminary program schedule is also available now on the website, featuring a number of crucial and timely sessions, including a new “carbon-management” general session, digital agriculture session, and a whole new series of all-day education sessions on career development in the new “LEAD Village.” Visit the CSS & Seed Expo 2021 website for the latest agenda details, and registration coming soon!

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.