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USA - Industry majors share their exclusive outlook for 2021 at the American Seed Trade Association's CSS & Seed Expo Virtual, December 7-9, 2020


Alexandria, Virginia, USA
November 23, 2020

Hear from the seed industry's largest companies, each presenting their company's perspective on what lies ahead for the seed industry after a year of global upheaval, at the "Majors' Crystal Ball" session, Monday, Dec. 7 during ASTA’s CSS & Seed Expo Virtual. On Tuesday, Dec. 8, ag economist Dan Basse of AgResource is back with his annual review and forecast of global agricultural economic markets. This year's presentation will undoubtedly be one of the biggest stories, amid the global coronavirus pandemic and the recent elections. Media will have an opportunity to meet with speakers following the sessions. 

ASTA CSS & Seed Expo Virtual, Dec. 7-9, offers a unique opportunity to include more seed industry professionals, and perspectives, than ever before, in a highly interactive virtual platform. In addition to our core general sessions, the conference includes a number of other opportunities to get an inside look at what's new in the seed industry. Be sure to check out: 

  • Seed to Spoon-Understanding Premium Markets: This session will explore the ways the market is changing toward decommodification and sustainable production, processing, and preparation driven by consumer preference. Learn how the downstream supply chain is changing, and where seed companies might participate in premium portions of the market.
  • Seed Expo: The Seed Expo offers an inside look at the latest industry innovations and features over 85 companies. Special educational opportunities on the show floor include: the Ag Tech Innovations Showcase, Seed Lab Tour and Seed Treatment Educational Tour.
  • And much more! Other key sessions will cover topics from gene editing to hybrid wheat and soybean quality.

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.



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Published: November 23, 2020

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