Euroseeds Congress 2026
2026-10-25 00:00 - 2026-10-28 23:59 (America/Winnipeg) | AB
Euroseeds is the voice of the European seed sector. We therefore represent the interests of those active in research, breeding, production and marketing of seeds of agricultural, horticultural and ornamental plant species.
Today, Euroseeds, with more than 30 national member associations from EU Members States and beyond, represents several thousand seed businesses, as well as more than 70 direct company members, including from seed related industries.

Ecuadorian Seed Association (ECUASEM) 2024 EXPOCAMPO / EXPOCAMPO 2024 de Asociación Ecuatoriana de Semillas (ECUASEM
2024-10-24 - 2024-10-26 | Expocampo 2024, Rocafuerte, Ecuador
Expocampo 2024 is Ecuador’s leading dynamic trade fair for the agricultural sector and a pioneer in presenting a live exhibition of thematic plots of different crops, to learn about new technological advances in agriculture.
Expocampo 2024 es la feria dinámica del sector agropecuario, líder del Ecuador y pionera en presentar una muestra en vivo de parcelas temáticas de diferentes cultivos, para conocer los nuevos adelantos tecnológicos en la agricultura.

Western Seed Assocation Annual Convention ('the Western')
2026-11-16 00:00 - 2026-11-20 23:59 | AB
The Western Seed Association Convention is one of the largest gathering of seedsman in the country. The first convention started in 1899 in Kansas City, MO and this convention will be their 124th year in Kansas City.

American Seed Trade Association (ASTA) Forage, Turf and Conservation Seed Conference 2026
2026-11-04 00:00 - 23:59 | AB
Networking and learning about innovations in the grass seed business are what drive attendees to ASTA’s annual fall conference in Kansas City, held in conjunction with the Western Seed Association’s annual meeting. More information coming soon!

Buenos Aires Seed Convention: BASC 2024 / Cámara de Semilleristas de la Bolsa de Cereales (CSBC)
2024-11-07 - 2024-11-08 | Mar del Plata, Argentina, Mar del Plata, Argentina
CSBC’s Buenos Aires Seed Convention: BASC 2024 – Forage seeds, cover crops and turfgrass
The 12th International Business Meeting, BASC 2024, will bring together professionals and innovators from the forage, cover crop and turfgrass seed industry with the objective of elevating the seed sector, providing opportunities to explore business opportunities, expand networks, create synergies and exchange information about the global market.
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Cámara de Semilleristas de la Bolsa de Cereales (CSBC) – Semillas de especies forrajeras
Cultivos de servicios y Céspedes
El 12º Encuentro Internacional de Negocios, BASC 2024, reunirá a los profesionales e innovadores de la industria de semillas forrajeras, cultivos de cobertura y de céspedes con el objetivo de elevar el sector de las semillas, dando oportunidades para explorar oportunidades de negocio, ampliar redes de contacto, crear sinergias e intercambiar informaciones sobre el mercado global.

International Conference on Contract Farming
2024-11-12 - 2024-11-13 | The Edge Convention Centre, Red Cross Road, Nairobi, South C, Kenya
Themed Revitalizing African Agriculture: Time for Bold Action, the International Conference on Contract Farming (ICCF 2024) aims to seed solutions for accelerating Africa’s agricultural growth. With 45% of the world’s arable land but lowest productivity rates, Africa has immense potential that contract farming can unlock.
ICCF 2024 will address opportunities and challenges, galvanizing action and new partnerships to build a vibrant African farm economy. It provides a vital platform for the entire value chain – growers, agribusinesses, financiers, policymakers, and experts – to network, share insights, and forge deals that improve livelihoods through sustainable contract farming models.
The conference goals are fighting poverty, boosting jobs, yields and incomes for Africa’s smallholder farmers through collaborative solutions. Join decision-makers shaping the future of agriculture on the continent.

Indiana Crop Improvement Association’s Corn Belt Seed Conference and 125th Anniversary Celebration
2024-11-12 - 2024-11-13 | Marriott Indianapolis North, 3645 River Crossing Pkwy, Indianapolis, IN, 46240, United States
Education and Networking.

For 125 years, we have brought together generations
of thought leaders and innovators.We understand the value and importance of connecting.
Your success remains centric to our commitment in providing educational and networking opportunites that create solid solutions for continued growth among your teams and in your business.
Plan now to join us for a special 125th Celebration event as we connect at the Corn Belt Seed Conference.

Featured Products and Services.

We invite you to showcase your company brand, products, services, and cutting-edge technology during the Corn Belt Seed Conference! This event will feature networking sessions to connect you + ag industry leaders in a convenient tradeshow setting.
Select the links below to learn more about the many sponsorship and exhibitor features! Don’t miss your opportunity to be a part of this exciting event!

More information and registration here

2° Seed Congress of Argentina / 2° Congreso Argentino de Semillas
2024-11-28 - 2024-11-29 | Córdoba, Argentina, Córdoba, Argentina
2° Seed Congress of Argentina- “Sustainability in movement”, organized by the Association of Private Agricultural Laboratories (ALAP)
The 2nd Argentine Seed Congress, organized by the Association of Private Agricultural Laboratories (ALAP), will address key issues for developing the seed sector. The main topics will be seed quality analysis, health and food safety, genetics and species verification, and biotechnology. Technological innovations in the production of quality seeds will also be explored. In addition, the Congress will address crucial regulatory issues, such as the Seed Law, the registration of new varieties, the Convention on Biological Diversity, and issues related to seed trade. This event will bring together experts, researchers and industry leaders to foster knowledge exchange and strengthen Argentina’s agricultural sector.
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2° Congreso Argentino de Semillas “Sustentabilidad en Movimiento”, organiza ALAP, Asociación de Laboratorios Agropecuarios Privados
El 2° Congreso Argentino de Semillas, organizado por la Asociación de Laboratorios Agropecuarios Privados (ALAP), abordará temas clave para el desarrollo del sector semillero. Entre los ejes temáticos se destacan el análisis de calidad de semillas, sanidad e inocuidad alimentaria, genética y verificación de especies, y biotecnología. También se explorarán innovaciones tecnológicas en la producción de semillas de calidad. Además, el congreso tratará aspectos regulatorios cruciales, como la Ley de Semillas, la inscripción de nuevas variedades, el convenio de diversidad biológica, y temas relacionados con el comercio de semillas. Este evento reunirá a expertos, investigadores y líderes de la industria para fomentar el intercambio de conocimientos y fortalecer el sector agrícola argentino.

Asian Pacific Seed Association (APSA) Seed Congress 2024
2024-12-02 - 2024-12-06 | AB
APSA’s annual Asian Seed Congress is the largest and most significant seed industry event in the world, and is a prime opportunity to grow your business, get noticed, generate deals and gain an edge in the most populous and lucrative region in the world. From India to China, Turkey to Australia, Kyrgyzstan to Sri Lanka, Philippines to Pakistan, Thailand to Japan – the people that matter the most in the movement of seed to/from the Asia Pacific are there.

American Seed Trade Association Field Crop Seed Convention 2026
2026-12-14 00:00 - 2026-12-17 23:59 | AB
Join over 3,000 seed industry professionals every December for America’s largest seed industry conference. Participants from the most seasoned seed industry representative to new hires will benefit from attending this exciting week of education, collaboration, and networking!

Alberta Seed Processors AGM
2026-01-14 00:00 - 2026-01-16 23:59 | AB
The Alberta Seed Processors are a network of seed and grain processing professionals focused on providing Alberta farmers, seed growers and the agriculture industry with value-added services to support the growth of the local and global agriculture economy. We are a collective of community-minded businesses, working together to offer our members group benefits, professional and business development, through membership and the power of peer networking.

Southern Seed Association Annual Meeting
2025-01-17 - 2025-01-20 | The Diplomat Beach Resort, 3555 South Ocean Drive, Hollywood, FL, 33019, United States
We look forward to seeing you all in January in sunny Hollywood, Florida, for our 105th SSA Annual Convention. Please send in your SSA REGISTRATION FORM and be sure and make your hotel reservations at the DIPLOMAT RESORT by December 20th to receive the special SSA rate. In addition to a weekend of networking with others in our seed industry, informative speakers, fellowship, fine dining and entertainment, the 2025 convention promises to be unique in that I don’t believe in 105 years of SSA, we have ever been to the HORSE RACES !!

Midwest Forage Association’s (MFA) Tour de Forage
2025-01-21 - 2025-01-23 | Minnesota, MN, United States
A series of regional education meetings throughout Minnesota
Keynote Speaker: Scott Newell, Alfalfa Outreach Specialist, University of Wisconsin-Extension
Managing Forage Stands for Persistence; How to Establish a Good Forage Stand; Alfalfa Persistence is Profit.

CrossRoads Conference
2025-01-28 - 2025-01-29 | DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel West Edmonton, 16615 109th Avenue North West Edmonton, Edmonton, Alberta, T5P 4K8, Canada
Curated by farmers for farmers.

CrossRoads provides a dynamic platform where farmers can engage with leading experts, share experiences, and explore the latest trends shaping the agricultural landscape.

ASTA's 64th Vegetable & Flower Seed Conference
2025-01-31 - 2025-02-04 | Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress, 1 Grand Cypress Blvd., Orlando, FL, 32836, United States
ASTA’s Vegetable & Flower Seed Conference gathers global industry leaders, researchers, and key stakeholders to exchange innovative insights, advance best practices, and explore new business opportunities while addressing challenges in the cultivation and commercialization of vegetable and flower seeds.
https://asta.swoogo.com/vf25

Iowa Seed Forum
2025-02-12 09:00 - 13:00 | Meadows Events & Conference Center, 1 Prairie Meadows Dr, Altoona, IA, 50009, United States
The Iowa Seed Forum is held in conjunction with the 2025 Agribusiness Showcase & Conference hosted by the Agribusiness Association of Iowa. Information about the event can be found here: 2025 Agribusiness Showcase & Conference.

Ag Expo
2025-02-26 - 2025-02-28 | Lethbridge & District Exhibition, Facebook Instagram X 101 Exhibition Way South, Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada
Located in the heart of Canada’s Premier Food Corridor

In the heart of Canada’s Premier Food Corridor – Ag Expo is proud to host the agriculture industry. Seamlessly merging state-of-the-art technology and equipment with the enduring spirit of hardworking farm culture, Ag Expo provides visitors with a captivating glimpse into the industry that beats at the heart of Southern Alberta.
Ag Expo brings together the world’s most innovative agricultural solutions and invites those working in the industry to learn about all the options for their operations. Experience the latest farming equipment and trade and invest with other exhibitors launching innovative new industry technology from irrigation systems and farm equipment to livestock supplies, chemicals, and seeds. Connect directly with major producers and marketers of crops and livestock while finding the tools and resources you need–all in one place.
The North American Seed Fair showcases over 25 classes of Pedigreed Seed, Open Classes, and Junior Classes. Displayed in the Salons of the Agri-food Hub & Trade Centre, the North American Seed Fair is one of the oldest Seed Fairs in Western Canada.

Farming equipment
New industry technology
Irrigation systems
Livestock supplies

Chemicals and seeds
Crop producers
Livestock producers

Organic Seed Growers Conference
2025-02-28 - 2025-03-01 | Oregon State University LaSelles and Alumni Center, 725 SW 26th St, Corvallis, OR, 97331, United States
The Organic Seed Growers Conference is a biennial gathering by and for agroecological seed communities in the U.S. and across the world. The event creates spaces where experienced and emerging seed stewards can convene timely conversations, educational training, and strategy sessions. The gathering serves as a conduit for making new connections and catching up with old friends, networking across organic seed communities, sharing knowledge with other participants, and celebrating the growing movement. Organizers curate a conference agenda that reflects the multifaceted needs of seed growers and advocates, no matter the ease or discomfort of the topics. The goal of the Organic Seed Growers Conference is to inspire individuals, communities, organizations, and businesses to take actions that support and improve the integrity of the philosophical and practical systems that make up the organic seed movement and trade.

Commodity Classic
2025-03-02 - 2025-03-04 | Colorado Convention Center, 700 14th Street, Denver, CO, 80202, United States
Commodity Classic is unlike any other event in agriculture.
Because it’s created by farmers, for farmers.
At Commodity Classic, you’ll get the answers, solutions and information you need to gain greater clarity—and create a vision for your farm’s success for years to come.

Incredible insight through a full slate of educational sessions designed to keep your sights set on efficiency, profitability and continual improvement.
Eye-opening innovation and technology showcased in the huge trade show—where you can see the latest advancements and talk directly with the people behind them.
Visionary thought leaders and innovators in agriculture who will challenge the way you think about your farm.
The spectacular energy of being around thousands of positive, talented farmers who share your passion for agriculture and your thirst for knowledge.

Prairie Grain Development Committee Meetings
2025-03-02 - 2026-03-05 | AB
Welcome to the Prairie Grain Development Committee’s (PGDC) 2026 Annual Meeting. Gather with us March 2-5, 2026 in Banff at the Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity where we will exchange information for the advancement of prairie grains. The meeting will facilitate scientific discussion, research prioritization and the development of improved cultivars.
The Prairie Recommending Committees and Subcommittees for Wheat, Rye and Triticale; Oat and Barley; Pulse and Special Crops; and Oilseeds will be meeting over the course of the four days.
An evening reception, plenary session and scheduled breaks will provide fantastic networking opportunities.
The theme of the 2026 Plenary Session is “Made in Canada Seed“. See the Plenary Sessions page (link) for updates to the program as they become available.

AFSTA Congress 2025
2025-03-03 - 2025-03-05 | Kigali Serena Hotel, KN 3 Avenue, Kigali, Rwanda
Message from AFSTA President – Mr. Amadou Sarr
On behalf of the Board and the Secretariat, it is my pleasure to welcome you to the AFSTA 25th Annual Congress. This Special Congress celebrating the 25th Anniversary of AFSTA will be held in Rwanda, in the beautiful city of 1000 hills, Kigali.
The congress is that platform that enables seed people from all over Africa and beyond to network and exchange ideas on what the current situations portend to the future of seed production and trade. .
The annual AFSTA congresses provide great opportunities for the seed industry stakeholders to network and trade, and also to provide information on the latest policy developments that have the potential to impact seed trade activities in Africa.
We believe that when professionals meet together in such in person forums, they are able to share experiences as well as predict and influence where they want the seed sector to be in the coming years.
In this congress, we will discuss, among other issues the state of implementation of the harmonized seed trade policies and regulations by member States, as well as the Africa Free Trade agreement and its potential impact on the Seed Industry. We will do this because AFSTA remains relentless in advocating for improvement of the seed trade within Africa, a key mandate for the association.
We take pride that our congresses attract several high-profile delegates from Africa and globally. The 2025 Congress will be another exceptional opportunity to market high quality products and technologies.
Besides we invite you to take up sponsorship and also showcase your products and services by booking an exhibition booth and advertise in the African Seed Magazine. In addition, there will be exclusive reserved trading tables for delegates trade negotiations as well as the paid advert on AFSTA’s homepage ww.afsta.org for the visibility of your company and products.
Apart from the main business of discussions on seed matters, Rwanda deserves a spot on everyone’s travel list. Its magnificent tourist sites, rich culture, colourful cities and a reputation for world class hospitality makes the country a tempting sanctuary. Located at the heart of East Africa, Rwanda is known as the ‘the land of 1000 hills’ and has been welcoming travellers from Europe and the Americas for centuries.
Kigali is not only one of the continent’s beautiful and most accessible cities, but it is also a city blessed with a rich culture, magnificent tourist sites makes it easy to travel to some of the best wild-life spotting opportunities anywhere in Africa.
Welcome to Kigali! Welcome to AFSTA Annual Congress 2025 and enjoy the celebration of the 25 anniversary of AFSTA and the hospitality of Rwanda. May it be a fruitful one for all of you and may all its aspects be a source of contentment and benefit to you and your organizations.

2025 Canadian Turf & Forage Seed Conference
2025-03-04 - 2025-03-05 | Pomeroy Hotel & Conference Centre, 11633 100 St, Grande Prairie, Alberta, T8V 3Y4, Canada
Improve Your Soil and Bottom Line!
On March 4th and 5th, 2025 forage seed growers, researchers, extension staff and agribusinesses will congregate for the 2025 Canadian Turf and Forage Seed Conference. The conference will be hosted at the Pomeroy Hotel & Conference Centre, Grande Prairie, AB.
The goal of this conference is to unite the industry throughout Canada and increase awareness and interest in forage seed production. With the current challenges in Canadian grain markets, we have a great opportunity to increase awareness of the benefits of incorporating forage seed crops into any cropping system. Perennial forage seed crops can offer these growers market diversity and dispersal of timing in terms of workload. For the faithful forage seed grower, it will be an opportunity to hear about new technologies in the industry and where research is headed.
Conference planning is underway and some great speakers have been confirmed to join us in Grande Prairie! We are very excited to have speakers travelling from Oregon, Minnesota and beyond to bring an international perspective to the conference.
Why not hang around in town for the annual PEACE COUNTRY CLASSIC AGRI-SHOW from March 6th through 8th.
We hope that you now feel as excited about the conference as we are and have marked the dates in your calendar to join us in Grande Prairie next March.
Early bird Registration rates (in CAD):
Student – $175
General admission – $275
Couples admission – $500

2025 Canadian Crops Convention
2025-03-04 - 2025-03-06 | JW Marriott Edmonton Ice District, 10344 102 Street, Edmonton, Alberta, T5J 0K9, Canada
Registration is open for the 2025 Canadian Crops Convention, taking place March 4-6 at the JW Marriott in Edmonton, hosted in partnership by the Canola Council of Canada and Canada Grains Council.
In a complex and ever-changing world, the need to navigate and collaborate is more crucial than ever. What do the changes in our own backyard and globally mean for Canada’s role on the international stage?
Our conference program will explore key topics including trade, the political landscape and economic outlook, and address the increasing importance of our North American relationships to successfully navigate our future.
For those interested in sponsorship opportunities, please contact Sandra Filion. For all other questions, including those related to registration, program and on-site meetings, please contact Whitney Dencklau.

Ontario Seed Growers' Association
2025-03-17 | Hilton Doubletree Hotel, 300 King Street, London, Ontario, N6B 1S2, Canada
The Board of Directors welcomes you to join us for the Long Service Awards Luncheon where we will recognize members for their many years of service. The annual meeting program will follow and provide opportunity to meet with fellow seed growers and industry partners, receive reports and collect valuable information to enhance your success in Ontario’s Seed Industry.

34th International Seed Testing Association Congress
2025-05-05 - 2025-05-09 | Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre, 188 Oxford Terrace, Christchurch, Christchurch, 8011, New Zealand
The New Zealand Ministry for Primary Industries is pleased to invite all ISTA members, associates, and stakeholders to the 34th ISTA Congress, to be held from 5-9 May 2025, at Te Pae Conference Centre, in Christchurch, New Zealand.
The Congress is comprised of a Seed Symposium on “Seed Quality for Global Food Security and Biodiversity”, a discussion forum on new breeding technologies, plus Technical Committee meetings and the Ordinary General meeting. The Congress provides a great opportunity for laboratory staff (including analysts), seed science professionals and seed industry representatives to meet, discuss and exchange information on ensuring the supply of quality seeds and driving improvements in seed quality testing globally.
We also hope that delegates take the opportunity to explore our beautiful country of New Zealand during your visit.

ISF World Seed Congress 2025
2025-05-19 - 2025-05-21 | Istanbul Congress Center, Istanbul, Turkey
The International Seed Federation (ISF) and the seed sector of Türkiye are excited to welcome and meet you all in İstanbul for the ISF World Seed Congress 2025.

Straddling Europe and Asia, İstanbul is an important hub that bridges not just two continents but also vibrant cultures, rich histories, and thriving businesses.
As we enter the second century of our association, this congress encourages everyone to discover bold horizons: let’s tackle the biggest issues confronting the seed business, strengthen and widen our professional networks, exchange ideas, and trade products.

National Association of Plant Breeders Annual Conference
2025-05-19 - 2025-05-23 | Hawaii Outrigger Resort, 78-128 Ehukai St, Kailua-Kona, HI, 96740, United States
We are excited to announce that the 2025 NAPB annual meeting will be held May 19-23 in Kona, Hawai‘i Island. The meeting will take place at the Outrigger Kona Resort and Spa. In preparation NAPB is offering up to $1,000 in reimbursement to 40 US based students and 10 early career scientists (within 7 years of highest degree earned) who are NAPB members. All awardees will be required to participate in the poster session. This award can only be used for travel expenses; it cannot be used for conference registration. Those interested will need to apply by December 31, 2024. The link to apply has been sent to all members. We look forward to seeing you in Hawai‘i.
The NAPB annual meeting provides unique opportunities for private and public sector plant breeders and students to network and build professional relationships. Experts from 40+ crops share innovative breeding strategies and discuss emerging technologies to advance the science of crop improvement. Open dialogue about plant breeding public policy issues are encouraged and facilitated. Students have the opportunity to present their research, meet with potential employers, and become acquainted with faculty and industry mentors from various institutions and geographies. Informational sessions offer opportunities to learn from plant breeders at all stages of career development.

AOSA/SCST Annual Meeting
2025-06-06 - 2025-06-12 | Holiday Inn – Missoula Downtown, 200 S Pattee St., Missoula, MT, 59802, United States
AOSA

The Association of Official Seed Analyst (AOSA) is an organization of member laboratories dedicated to education and research, including state, federal, and university laboratories from the United States and Canada. AOSA formally organized in Washington D.C. in 1908, developing rules and procedures for seed testing and the standardization of their interpretation (in conjunction with the Federal Seed Act) Contact: aosa@aosaseed.com

SCST

The Society of Commercial Seed Technologists (SCST) is an organization of professional seed technologists dedicated to research, proficiency and improvement in seed testing from private, and company laboratories across the United States and Canada. SCST originated in 1922, largely as a liaison between The Association of Official Seed Analysts (AOSA) and The American Seed Trade Association (ASTA). Contact: scst@seedtechnology.net

ASTA Leadership Summit
2025-06-07 - 2025-06-11 | Washington, DC, Washington, DC, United States
The Leadership Summit is an annual event that facilitates networking and leadership development for current and future ASTA members and leaders.

Febrasem 2025
2025-06-11 - 2025-06-12 | Parque de Exposições de Rondonópolis – MT, Brazil
A maior feira de sementes do Brasil!
Prepare-se para momentos de troca de conhecimento, inovações e conexões que transformam o agronegócio.
