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SUMMARY:African Seed Trade Association (AFSTA) Congress 2026
DESCRIPTION:On behalf of the Board of Directors\, I am pleased to invite you to the AFSTA 26th Annual Congress. This Special Event celebrating AFSTA will be held in Cape Town\, South Africa\, from March 23 to 25\, 2026\, set against the backdrop of the iconic Table Mountain and the vibrant city. \nThe annual AFSTA congresses offer great opportunities for seed industry stakeholders to network and trade\, as well as to share information on the latest policy and technology developments that could affect seed trade activities in Africa. \nWe take pride in the fact that our congresses attract several high-profile delegates from Africa and around the world. The 2026 Congress\, which is themed «Empowering Africa’s Future\, One Seed at a Time »\, will be another exceptional opportunity to market high-quality products and technologies. \nWe invite you to maximize your visibility by sponsoring and showcasing your products and services through booking an exhibition booth\, reserving exclusive trading tables\, advertising in the African Seed Magazine\, and placing a paid advert on AFSTA’s homepage (www.afsta.org) \nApart from the seed industry\, South Africa should be on everyone’s travel list. Its stunning tourist attractions\, vibrant culture\, diverse colors\, and reputation for excellent hospitality make it an attractive destination. \nCape Town is not only one of the continent’s most stunning and accessible cities\, but it has also been recognized by global magazines as the best city in the world and the top destination for travelers. \nWelcome to Cape Town! Welcome to the AFSTA Annual Congress 2026 and enjoy celebrating AFSTA and the hospitality of South Africa. May it be a fruitful one for all of us.
URL:https://www.seedworld.com/calendar_event/african-seed-trade-association-afsta-congress-2024/
LOCATION:SK
CATEGORIES:Canada,Europe,Global,LatAm,U.S.
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260211
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260212
DTSTAMP:20260416T065105
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UID:120968-1770768000-1770854399@www.seedworld.com
SUMMARY:Les Producteurs de semences du Québec (PSQ) AGM
DESCRIPTION:Québec seed-growers association AGM gathering; seed-industry members meet and discuss.
URL:https://www.seedworld.com/calendar_event/les-producteurs-de-semences-du-quebec-psq-agm/
LOCATION:Hôtel Le Dauphin\, 3250 Boulevard René-Lévesque O\, Drummondville\, QC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Canada
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260208
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260211
DTSTAMP:20260416T065105
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UID:110729-1770508800-1770767999@www.seedworld.com
SUMMARY:100th Annual Pacific Seed Association (PSA) Convention
DESCRIPTION:In 2026\, the Pacific Seed Association proudly celebrates a century of connection\, collaboration\, and leadership in the seed industry. The 100th Annual Convention will bring together professionals from across the Western United States and beyond to reflect on our history\, discuss current challenges\, and shape the future of seed. \nThis milestone event offers a unique opportunity for seed growers\, researchers\, marketers\, and industry partners to network\, learn\, and engage with key topics impacting agriculture and seed production. Attendees can expect a dynamic mix of educational sessions\, business meetings\, and social events\, all designed to strengthen relationships and support innovation across the industry. \nSpecial recognitions\, historical highlights\, and centennial celebrations will make this year’s convention one to remember.
URL:https://www.seedworld.com/calendar_event/99th-annual-pacific-seed-association-psa-convention/
LOCATION:Honolulu\, USA\, Honolulu\, HI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Canada,Global,LatAm,U.S.
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260204
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260206
DTSTAMP:20260416T065106
CREATED:20251215T225928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T154520Z
UID:120965-1770163200-1770335999@www.seedworld.com
SUMMARY:AB–BC Seed Growers AGM
DESCRIPTION:Regional seed-growers association (AB & BC) Annual General Meeting; networking\, governance\, seed sector focus.
URL:https://www.seedworld.com/calendar_event/ab-bc-seed-growers-agm/
LOCATION:Deerfoot Inn & Casino\, 1000 + N Rundle Rd NE\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Canada
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260204
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260206
DTSTAMP:20260416T065106
CREATED:20251215T225920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T162638Z
UID:110576-1770163200-1770335999@www.seedworld.com
SUMMARY:Alberta-British Columbia Seed Growers AGM
DESCRIPTION:Alberta-British Columbia Seed Growers (ABCSG) is one of six provincial or branch seed associations that serve as a communication link with our national organization\, the CSGA. Our role at ABCSG is to provide marketing and advocacy for our members locally\, regionally and nationally. Alberta & British Columbia is a key player in Canada’s seed industry – and accounts for more than a quarter of Canada’s certified seed acres.
URL:https://www.seedworld.com/calendar_event/alberta-british-columbia-seed-growers-agm/
LOCATION:SK
CATEGORIES:Canada
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260127
DTSTAMP:20260416T065106
CREATED:20251215T225928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T154515Z
UID:120961-1768867200-1769471999@www.seedworld.com
SUMMARY:Manitoba Ag Days
DESCRIPTION:Large agricultural exposition covering technology\, production\, seed varieties\, and industry networking.
URL:https://www.seedworld.com/calendar_event/manitoba-ag-days/
LOCATION:Keystone Centre\, 1170 – 18th St\, Brandon\, MB\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Canada
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260114
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260117
DTSTAMP:20260416T065106
CREATED:20251215T225920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T162731Z
UID:120938-1768348800-1768607999@www.seedworld.com
SUMMARY:Alberta Seed Processors AGM
DESCRIPTION:Annual Meeting
URL:https://www.seedworld.com/calendar_event/alberta-seed-processors-agm-2/
LOCATION:DoubleTree by Hilton\, West Edmonton\, 16615 109 Ave NW\, Edmonton\, MB\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Canada
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260113
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260116
DTSTAMP:20260416T065106
CREATED:20251215T225928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T154505Z
UID:120958-1768262400-1768521599@www.seedworld.com
SUMMARY:Western Canadian Crop Production Show
DESCRIPTION:Major agricultural show for grain\, seed\, agronomy across western Canada; trade show + sessions.
URL:https://www.seedworld.com/calendar_event/western-canadian-crop-production-show/
LOCATION:TCU Place\, Saskatoon\, SK\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Canada,Global
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260112
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260115
DTSTAMP:20260416T065106
CREATED:20251215T225920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T162415Z
UID:102245-1768176000-1768435199@www.seedworld.com
SUMMARY:Independent Professional Seed Association (IPSA) 37th Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:IPSA’s annual meeting takes place each January. The three-day meeting includes the IPSA Business Meeting\, business management seminars\, concurrent educational workshops and summaries of IPSA member-funded research projects. \nTailored to association members\, the convention features exciting keynote speakers from inside and outside of the industry. Breakout sessions covering a variety of topics offer another excellent educational opportunity for our members and their employees.
URL:https://www.seedworld.com/calendar_event/independent-professional-seed-assocation-ipsa-36th-annual-conference/
LOCATION:SK
CATEGORIES:Canada,Europe,Global,LatAm,U.S.
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260112
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260113
DTSTAMP:20260416T065106
CREATED:20251215T225928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T154501Z
UID:120953-1768176000-1768262399@www.seedworld.com
SUMMARY:Saskatchewan Seed Growers’ Association Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Provincial seed growers’ annual meeting with seed industry and regulatory updates.
URL:https://www.seedworld.com/calendar_event/saskatchewan-seed-growers-association-meeting/
LOCATION:TCU Place\, Saskatoon\, SK\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251213
DTSTAMP:20260416T065106
CREATED:20251111T175004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T175004Z
UID:120941-1765324800-1765583999@www.seedworld.com
SUMMARY:Prairie Cereals Summit 2025
DESCRIPTION:Annual summit for farmers\, industry\, researchers and policy-makers in the prairie grain/seed space; networking\, presentations\, research.
URL:https://www.seedworld.com/calendar_event/prairie-cereals-summit-2025/
LOCATION:Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel\, 405 Spray Ave\, Banff\, AB\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251210
DTSTAMP:20260416T065106
CREATED:20251111T175515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T175515Z
UID:120949-1765238400-1765324799@www.seedworld.com
SUMMARY:Maritimes Seed Growers’ Association Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.seedworld.com/calendar_event/maritimes-seed-growers-association-meeting/
LOCATION:Crowne Plaza Moncton Beausejour\, 1005 Main Street\, Moncton\, NB\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251207
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251210
DTSTAMP:20260416T065106
CREATED:20251111T175134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T175134Z
UID:120945-1765065600-1765324799@www.seedworld.com
SUMMARY:Manitoba Seed Growers’ Association AGM & Conference
DESCRIPTION:Regional seed-growers association annual meeting + conference\, for members\, with presentations and seed-industry focus.
URL:https://www.seedworld.com/calendar_event/manitoba-seed-growers-association-agm-conference/
LOCATION:Clarion Hotel & Suites\, Brandon\, MB\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251205
DTSTAMP:20260416T065106
CREATED:20250131T155924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T155924Z
UID:111427-1764633600-1764892799@www.seedworld.com
SUMMARY:Crop Life Grow Canada Conference
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.seedworld.com/calendar_event/crop-life-grow-canada-conference/
LOCATION:SK
CATEGORIES:Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251121
DTSTAMP:20260416T065106
CREATED:20250131T155759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T155759Z
UID:111423-1763424000-1763683199@www.seedworld.com
SUMMARY:CAAR Convention
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.seedworld.com/calendar_event/caar-convention-2/
LOCATION:SK
CATEGORIES:Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250924
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250927
DTSTAMP:20260416T065106
CREATED:20250107T192014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T192014Z
UID:110724-1758672000-1758931199@www.seedworld.com
SUMMARY:Seed Meets Technology
DESCRIPTION:Seed meets Technology is an event where the focus is on innovative seed technology\, variety assortment and adding value to horticultural seed. The initiators\, together with other companies associated with the seed industry\, want to strengthen the program of open days in #week39 with themes such as seed treatment\, phenotyping\, seed processing equipment\, breeding support\, sustainable crop protection and cultivation systems. Participants are required to actually demonstrate new products or services in the exhibition hall or on the demo field. The set-up with demonstrations\, trial fields and meetings should lead to interaction with the visitor.
URL:https://www.seedworld.com/calendar_event/seed-meets-technology/
LOCATION:Zwaagdijk-Oost\, Zwaagdijk-Oost\, Netherlands
CATEGORIES:Canada,Europe,Global,LatAm,U.S.
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250708
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250712
DTSTAMP:20260416T065106
CREATED:20250106T213215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T213215Z
UID:110624-1751932800-1752278399@www.seedworld.com
SUMMARY:Seeds Canada Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.seedworld.com/calendar_event/seeds-canada-annual-conference-2/
LOCATION:SK
CATEGORIES:Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250703
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250706
DTSTAMP:20260416T065106
CREATED:20250106T212931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T212931Z
UID:110620-1751500800-1751759999@www.seedworld.com
SUMMARY:Canadian Seed Growers' Association 2025 Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:CSGA is pleased to welcome attendees and their families to the 2025 Annual General Meeting in the stunning city of Victoria from July 3 to July 5\, 2025. \nVictoria\, British Columbia’s capital city\, is nestled between the tranquil waters of the Salish Sea and the mighty rainforests of Vancouver Island\, on the southern tip of Vancouver Island off Canada’s Pacific coast. \nAppropriately known as the City of Gardens\, Victoria’s year-round mild coastal climate makes gardening and all things flora-focused a passion of the city. From majestic canopies of evergreens and the lush gardens of Butchart to the sparkling Pacific Ocean and the historic charm of downtown\, Victoria has something for everyone.
URL:https://www.seedworld.com/calendar_event/canadian-seed-growers-association-2025-annual-general-meeting/
LOCATION:Inn at Laurel Point\, 680 Montreal Street\, Victoria\, BC\, V8V 1Z8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250615
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250621
DTSTAMP:20260416T065106
CREATED:20250117T184807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250117T184807Z
UID:111101-1749945600-1750463999@www.seedworld.com
SUMMARY:17th International Cereal Rusts and Powdery Mildews Conference
DESCRIPTION:The 17th International Cereal Rusts and Powdery Mildews Conference (ICRPMC2025) will be held at the University of British Columbia\, Vancouver. The meeting is a joint meeting with the Canadian Phytopathological Society Annual Meeting and in conjunction with the Borlaug Global Rust Initiative Technical Workshop and the European and Mediterranean Cereal Rust Foundation.
URL:https://www.seedworld.com/calendar_event/17th-international-cereal-rusts-and-powdery-mildews-conference/
LOCATION:UBC Campus\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Canada,Europe,Global,LatAm,U.S.
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250615
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250620
DTSTAMP:20260416T065106
CREATED:20250107T200946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T162131Z
UID:110751-1749945600-1750377599@www.seedworld.com
SUMMARY:The Association of Official Seed Certifying Agencies (AOSCA) Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Association of Official Seed Certifying Agencies (AOSCA)\n\n\n\n\nis a non-profit organization founded in 1919 (formally known as the International Crop Improvement Association) in an effort to establish credible standards for the production of high-quality seed. Today\, AOSCA has member agencies across the U.S. as well as seven member countries including Canada\, Chile\, Argentina\, Brazil\, Australia\, New Zealand\, and South Africa. \nThere is only one certification agency in each state; generally a Crop Improvement Association\, Seed Growers Association\, Department of Agriculture\, or within an Agricultural College. Each member agency adheres to the AOSCA minimum standards but has the flexibility to make standards more stringent if necessary for the production in their own state. All AOSCA standards abide by the Federal Seed Act requirements for certified seed.
URL:https://www.seedworld.com/calendar_event/aosca-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:DoubleTree by Hilton Kansas City  Overland Park\, 10100 College Boulevard\, Overland Park\, KS\, 66210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Canada,Europe,Global,LatAm,U.S.
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250606
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250613
DTSTAMP:20260416T065106
CREATED:20250107T200444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T200444Z
UID:110747-1749168000-1749772799@www.seedworld.com
SUMMARY:AOSA/SCST Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:AOSA\n\n\n\n\nThe 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 \n\n\n\n\nSCST\n\n\n\n\nThe 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
URL:https://www.seedworld.com/calendar_event/aosa-scst-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn – Missoula Downtown\, 200 S Pattee St.\, Missoula\, MT\, 59802\, United States
CATEGORIES:Canada,Global,U.S.
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250519
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250524
DTSTAMP:20260416T065106
CREATED:20250106T212532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T162650Z
UID:110616-1747612800-1748044799@www.seedworld.com
SUMMARY:National Association of Plant Breeders Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe 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.
URL:https://www.seedworld.com/calendar_event/national-association-of-plant-breeders-annual-conference/
LOCATION:Hawaii Outrigger Resort\, 78-128 Ehukai St\, Kailua-Kona\, HI\, 96740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Canada,Global,U.S.
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250519
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250522
DTSTAMP:20260416T065106
CREATED:20250106T214329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T214329Z
UID:110632-1747612800-1747871999@www.seedworld.com
SUMMARY:ISF World Seed Congress 2025
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\n\n\n\nStraddling Europe and Asia\, İstanbul is an important hub that bridges not just two continents but also vibrant cultures\, rich histories\, and thriving businesses. \nAs 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.
URL:https://www.seedworld.com/calendar_event/isf-world-seed-congress-2025/
LOCATION:Istanbul Congress Center\, Istanbul\, Turkey
CATEGORIES:Canada,Europe,Global,LatAm,U.S.
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250505
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250510
DTSTAMP:20260416T065106
CREATED:20250131T153657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T153657Z
UID:111399-1746403200-1746835199@www.seedworld.com
SUMMARY:34th International Seed Testing Association Congress
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe 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. \nWe also hope that delegates take the opportunity to explore our beautiful country of New Zealand during your visit.
URL:https://www.seedworld.com/calendar_event/34th-international-seed-testing-association-congress/
LOCATION:Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre\, 188 Oxford Terrace\, Christchurch\, Christchurch\, 8011\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Canada,Europe,Global,LatAm,U.S.
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250317
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250318
DTSTAMP:20260416T065106
CREATED:20250131T154017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T154017Z
UID:111403-1742169600-1742255999@www.seedworld.com
SUMMARY:Ontario Seed Growers' Association
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.seedworld.com/calendar_event/ontario-seed-growers-association/
LOCATION:Hilton Doubletree Hotel\, 300 King Street\, London\, Ontario\, N6B 1S2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250304
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250307
DTSTAMP:20260416T065106
CREATED:20250131T154304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T154710Z
UID:111407-1741046400-1741305599@www.seedworld.com
SUMMARY:2025 Canadian Crops Convention
DESCRIPTION: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. \nIn 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? \nOur 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. \nFor 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.
URL:https://www.seedworld.com/calendar_event/2025-canadian-crops-convention/
LOCATION:JW Marriott Edmonton Ice District\, 10344 102 Street\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5J 0K9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250304
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250306
DTSTAMP:20260416T065106
CREATED:20250131T154533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T154644Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Canadian Turf & Forage Seed Conference
DESCRIPTION:Improve Your Soil and Bottom Line!\nOn 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. \nThe 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. \nConference 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. \nWhy not hang around in town for the annual PEACE COUNTRY CLASSIC AGRI-SHOW from March 6th through 8th. \nWe 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.\nEarly bird Registration rates (in CAD):\nStudent – $175\nGeneral admission – $275\nCouples admission – $500
URL:https://www.seedworld.com/calendar_event/2025-canadian-turf-forage-seed-conference/
LOCATION:Pomeroy Hotel & Conference Centre\, 11633 100 St\, Grande Prairie\, Alberta\, T8V 3Y4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Canada
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250303
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250306
DTSTAMP:20260416T065106
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SUMMARY:AFSTA Congress 2025
DESCRIPTION:Message from AFSTA President – Mr. Amadou Sarr \nOn 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. \nThe 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. . \nThe 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. \nWe 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. \nIn 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.  \nWe 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. \nBesides 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. \nApart 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. \nKigali 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. \nWelcome 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.
URL:https://www.seedworld.com/calendar_event/afsta-congress-2025/
LOCATION:Kigali Serena Hotel\, KN 3 Avenue\, Kigali\, Rwanda
CATEGORIES:Canada,Europe,Global,LatAm,U.S.
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250302
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260306
DTSTAMP:20260416T065106
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SUMMARY:Prairie Grain Development Committee Meetings
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe 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. \nAn evening reception\, plenary session and scheduled breaks will provide fantastic networking opportunities. \nThe 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.
URL:https://www.seedworld.com/calendar_event/prairie-grain-development-committee-meetings/
LOCATION:SK
CATEGORIES:Canada
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250228
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250302
DTSTAMP:20260416T065106
CREATED:20250107T195234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T195234Z
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SUMMARY:Organic Seed Growers Conference
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.seedworld.com/calendar_event/organic-seed-growers-conference/
LOCATION:Oregon State University LaSelles and Alumni Center\, 725 SW 26th St\, Corvallis\, OR\, 97331\, United States
CATEGORIES:Canada,Europe,Global,LatAm,U.S.
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