ASA, CSSA, and SSSA Announce Record-Breaking Numbers for Submissions for 2023 International Annual Meeting

Jul 03, 2023

The American Society of Agronomy (ASA), Crop Science Society of America (CSSA), and Soil Science Society of America (SSSA) are thrilled to announce a record number of abstract submissions for their 2023 International Annual Meeting, to be held Oct 29 through Nov 1 in St. Louis, MO. With a total of 3,338 submissions received, this achievement marks a significant milestone for The Societies. Abstract submissions are the best indicator of Annual Meeting attendance and suggest The Societies are en route to set a new attendance record in 2023.

The surge in submissions demonstrates the continued growth and significance of agricultural and environmental research within the scientific community. It reflects the dedication and passion of researchers, scientists, students, and professionals in their pursuit of advancing knowledge and addressing critical challenges in agriculture, crop, and soil science.

"We knew we would be seeing submission numbers that would get us back to pre-Covid attendance levels, but to see us on pace to have our highest attendance ever is a welcome surprise," said Jim Cudahy, CEO of ASA, CSSA, and SSSA.

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Video: Veteran Farmers: A Legacy of Service in Rural America

Veterans Day is a time to honor the men and women who have selflessly protected our freedoms and values. And for some, the transition from military service to civilian life brings them back to the farm.

At Farm Bureau, we believe it’s important to not only celebrate veterans but also those who continue to make a difference in agriculture and their community. We've partnered with Farm Credit to establish the Veteran Farmer Award of Excellence to shine a light on those who have continued to go above and beyond to serve their communities.

This year, we recognize retired Colonel Joe Ricker as the inaugural Veteran Farmer Award of Excellence winner. Joe served over 30 years in the Army before retiring from the Pentagon and completing tours in both Iraq and Afghanistan. Since leaving the Army, his commitment to excellence in farming and enriching the lives of veterans has blossomed in a myriad of ways in both his local community of Wilkinson, Indiana, and across the country. Joe grows apples and raises bees on his farm in Indiana. Joe founded “Veterans IN Farming,” an organization, now with more than 1,100 members, dedicated to providing veterans in Indiana with the tools and training to succeed in agriculture.

The American Farm Bureau Federation is an independent, non-governmental, voluntary organization, comprised of and directed by farm and ranch families who engage in all types of food, fuel and fiber production.