Corporate and Professional Memberships
AOAC [Association of Official Analytical Collaboration International]
Comprised of nearly four thousand members in more than ninety countries, AOAC INTERNATIONAL is dedicated to analytical excellence. Made up of forensic scientists, toxicologists, analytical chemists, management executives, microbiologists, and laboratory managers, AOAC provides the chance to demonstrate an elevated level of analytical excellence, and shows dedication to validating methods and improved laboratory management.
Cereals & Grains Association
Cereals & Grains Association (formerly AACC International) is a global, nonprofit association of nearly 2,000 scientists and food industry professionals working to advance the understanding and knowledge of cereal grain science and its product development applications through research, leadership, education, technical service, and advocacy. For more than nine decades this organization has helped detect industry trends and advocate proper career training. A leading innovator in deciphering technical and scientific information, the Cereals & Grains Association publishes helpful manuals, journals and books in the grain-based worldwide food market.
ACS [American Chemical Society]
One hundred and fifty-four thousand members large, the American Chemical Society is a world-leading source for chemistry advocates and scientific information. This nonprofit organization is chartered by Congress to raise public awareness about the importance of chemistry. Home to chemists and chemical engineers, ACS is a regular sponsor or promoter of the International Chemical Congress of Pacific Basin Societies, which involves participants from Japan, Korea, China, Australia, New Zealand, and Canada.
AEIC [Analytical Excellence through Industry Collaboration]
The Analytical Excellence through Industry Collaboration (AEIC) is an oganization dedicated to establishing immunochemical, nucleic acid and other bioanalytical methodologies as recognized analytical tools for agricultural, environmental and biotechnology applications. The organization consists of more than 40 corporate, public and scientific organizations as well as individual members. Government agencies also regularly participate in AEIC meetings and activities.
ASTA [American Seed Trade Association]
Founded in 1883, the American Seed Trade Association (ASTA) is one of the oldest trade organizations in the United States. Its membership consists of over 700 companies involved in seed production and distribution, plant breeding, and related industries in North America. As an authority on plant germplasm, ASTA advocates science and policy issues of industry-wide importance.
ASTA’s mission is to be an effective voice of action in all matters concerning the development, marketing and movement of seed, associated products and services throughout the world. ASTA promotes the development of better seed to produce better crops for a better quality of life.
Non-GMO Project
The Non-GMO Project is a nonprofit organization committed to preserving and building sources of non-GMO products, educating consumers and providing verified non-GMO choices.