North Carolina Crop Improvement Association, Inc.

🎙️ Exclusive Interview: Highlights from the AOSCA Southern Region Meeting in Savannah, GA We’re excited to share a special interview highlighting the recent AOSCA Southern Region Meeting held in Savannah, Georgia. This year’s gathering brought together seed certification leaders, industry professionals, and regional experts to collaborate and discuss the future of certified seed. In our latest interview, we dive into key takeaways from the meeting — including updates on seed standards, regional collaboration, and the innovative work being done across the South. Whether you attended or missed the event, this conversation offers valuable insights straight from the source. 🎧 Listen/Watch the Interview Here: https://lnkd.in/e7JXumEd Billy Skaggs and Henry Edmisten Georgia Crop Improvement Association, Inc. North Carolina Crop Improvement Association, Inc. 📍 Savannah, GA | AOSCA Southern Region

The Southern AOSCA Region had a wonderful business meeting this week hosted by Billy Skaggs and his team at GCIA (GEORGIA CROP IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION INC Association). Over 8 states gathered to discuss certification standards and other important business. We had industry representatives present with thoughtful input. AOSCA staff would like to thank all of you for your time and dedication to the seed industry and our association. We look forward to seeing you again in June at our Annual Meeting in Kansas. Southern Seed Certification Association, Inc GEORGIA CROP IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION INC Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry North Carolina Crop Improvement Association, Inc. NORTH CAROLINA FOUNDATION SEED PRODUCERS INC. TENNESSEE CROP IMPROVEMENT ASSN VIRGINIA CROP IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION INC OKLAHOMA CROP IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION Clemson University FRCS Huge thank you to our Sponsors: Athens Seed Company Georgia Seed Development Commission Kelly Seed Company The Turfgrass Group, Inc. Birdsong Peanuts Patten Seed Company/Super-Sod NORTH GEORGIA TURF, INC. Ogletree Seed, Inc. Sunbelt Turf Farms

We are excited to see our membership and associates out at the fairgrounds next week!

Another exciting position being offered. North Carolina Crop Improvement Association (NCCIA) program is administered through the NCSU Crop Science Department. This position is listed under Research Specialist. Do not let the title sway you. This person will serve as an inspector, seed certification consultant, auditor, and promoter of seed certification for NCCIA. The duties of this position are quite diverse and require a great deal of flexibility, adaptability, seed production knowledge, and the desire to learn. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in seed production of crops grown in North Carolina and the seed certification process. Disease and weed identification experience and the ability to distinguish plant characteristics between varieties of the same crop. Experience hauling and backing a trailer. Ability to operate an ATV. Minor mechanical experience needed or the ability to learn how to work on small equipment. $ 45-$55K Go to https://lnkd.in/eZQD9HXh Posting NumberPG194043SP

Another exciting position being offered. North Carolina Crop Improvement Association (NCCIA) program is administered through the NCSU Crop Science Department. This position is listed under Research Specialist. Do not let the title sway you. This person will serve as an inspector, seed certification consultant, auditor, and promoter of seed certification for NCCIA. The duties of this position are quite diverse and require a great deal of flexibility, adaptability, seed production knowledge, and the desire to learn. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in seed production of crops grown in North Carolina and the seed certification process. Disease and weed identification experience and the ability to distinguish plant characteristics between varieties of the same crop. Experience hauling and backing a trailer. Ability to operate an ATV. Minor mechanical experience needed or the ability to learn how to work on small equipment. $ 45-$55K Go to https://lnkd.in/eZQD9HXh Posting NumberPG194043SP

We are hiring a split position with NC FOUNDATION SEED PRODUCERS INC! This position will provide great hands-on experience in both seed production and seed certification. It will be an excellent opportunity to meet and learn from professionals in the seed industry. https://lnkd.in/ez_gpafB