Association of Official Seed Certifying Agencies

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The Association of Official Seed Certifying Agencies (AOSCA), formerly known as the International Crop Improvement Association, is a

trade organization based in the United States. Founded in 1919, its function is to develop and promote certified varieties of seed
for agricultural use.

History

The International Crop Improvement Association evolved from the

Chicago, Illinois.[1] It was proposed that the organization be international rather than national to allow Canada to be a member.[1] Moore was named the first president of the organization in 1920.[1]

Functions

The Association of Official Seed Certifying Agencies (AOSCA) assists clients in the production, identification, distribution and promotion of certified classes of seed and other crop propagation materials. Its membership currently includes seed certifying agencies across the US, and member countries including Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Argentina, Chile and Brazil. Its mission is "To promote and facilitate the movement of seed or plant products in local, national, and international markets through the coordinated efforts of official seed certification agencies acting to evaluate, document, and verify that a seed or plant product meets certain accepted standards."[2]

References

  1. ^
    ISBN 0967958741
    , 9780967958743
  2. ^ "About AOSCA". Archived from the original on 2016-10-27. Retrieved 2016-10-27.

External links

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