Alexandria, Virginia
November 8, 2007
 The
American Seed Trade Association (ASTA) is pleased to
announce the addition of
Lisa Nichols as Director of International Programs. Lisa
joined the ASTA team on October 29, 2007.
Lisa will be principally responsible for ASTA's international
cooperator programs and other international outreach programs
seeking to increase the opportunity for the global movement of
seed. "We are very fortunate to have Lisa join us with the
experience she has gained during her time in Washington," stated
Andy LaVigne, President and CEO of ASTA. "Her experience,
understanding of agriculture and education will enable ASTA to
increase its international activities on behalf of all its
members."
Prior to joining ASTA, Lisa worked as Manager of Biotechnology
Programs at the U.S. Grains Council and previously for CropLife
America. She earned a BS. degree in Ecology from Lehigh
University and a MS. degree in Environmental Science and
Assessment from the American University in Washington, DC.
Founded in 1883, the American
Seed Trade Association (ASTA), located in Alexandria, Virginia.,
is one of the oldest trade organizations in the United States.
Its membership consists of about 900 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 importance.
Its mission is to enhance the development and free movement of
quality seed worldwide. |
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