b'Getting Back to a New Normal is Priority No. 1 for ASTA ASTA celebrated together at the Leadership Summit June 25-29.Alex MartinAS WE ALL KNOW,its been a long year. Theres been constant ups and downs, and some might even say its been a wild ride. A wild ride is exactly how Brad May, chair of the American Seed Trade Association (ASTA), described his year on the board. Were getting back to the new normal, May says. This year has been proven to be a challenge on a few fronts, in addition to continuing setbacks to the COVID-19 pandemic. Our industry has been deeply affected by the ongoing attacks on Ukraine, and Im proud that ASTA was able to adapt and meet the farmers demand during the pandemic despite the transportation and other chal-lenges.Movement of seed across the U.S. and across the globe continues to be a priority as ASTA continues, especially the invasion continues in Ukraine.While global food prices have increased, May sees a solution to continueASTA recognized award recipients on June 27. From left to right: Brad May, Richard to feed the world. Denhart, Rick Turner, Edward Podleckis, Rajat Pruthi and Ron Walcott.PHOTO: ASTAAccess to seed is critical to food secu-rity. As the world is feeling the impacts oforganization, including the new additionand disposal methods of treated seed. the war in Ukraine, the U.S. seed industryof a sustainability strategic pillar and sus- In addition, ASTA has elected new has continued to do everything possibletainability working group to its structure.members to its executive board, consist-to ensure the flow of seed around theTreated seed and stewardship continue toing of:globe. We stand ready to support effortsbe an important focus as well.Jim Schweigert, Chairto provide timely humanitarian relief, alle- ASTA is continuing education move-David Armstrong, 1st Vice Chairviate supply chain challenges and maxi- ments to remind growers and applicators Dan Foor, 2nd Vice Chairmize the ability of U.S. farmers, processorshandling treated seed to follow proper and suppliers to ensure global access toguidelines at every step of the process.Honoring Past Mentors and Leadersfood, feed and fuel, he continues. ASTA also released a new and updatedOn June 27, ASTA hosted the ASTA Although there have been somewebpage for more information to shareAwards Reception for the first time at the challenges, ASTA is making strides in itswith customers about the correct usageLeadership Summit in Indianapolis, Ind. 60/ SEEDWORLD.COMSEPTEMBER 2022'