Our Beliefs

As outlined in our strategic plan, ASTA's values center around these beliefs:

• Diversity of membership in terms of company size, products and geographic area served is beneficial to the culture of ASTA. One vote per member company shall be granted, regardless of size.
• Development of policies and positions should keep both traditions and visions of the future in mind.
• Well thought-out decisions usually result from a climate that is open, relaxed, participatory and deliberate.
• Intellectual property rights must be protected, and members who invest in them should expect a return.
• Conflicts are best resolved via the ad hoc committee method.
• Members must be strongly motivated and commited to profitability and growth in the seed industry.
• ASTA must have good, visionary leadership with strong member involvement. We must be pro-active and monitor for new legislation and regulations.