"Seeds comprise one of the most important commodities moving in international trade, in terms of potential productivity and consequently standards of living".¹
Welcome to the Website of the Australian Seed Federation (ASF). With over 60 years of commitment, the ASF is the peak industry body for the Australian seed industry at the local, state, and national level.
The ASF also represents its members internationally, as a member of the International Seed Federation (ISF) and the Asia Pacific Seed Association (APSA).
The ASF membership is commercial, diverse and includes stakeholders from all sectors of the total seed supply chain. The ASF membership also covers a diversity of geography, climate, crops and cultivars.
ASF Core Values
Establish external and internal processes to ensure the financial sustainability, and business ethics of its operations into the future;
Harness and improve communication, advocacy and debate amongst its members and key stakeholders; and
Evolve to develop the appropriate internal flexibility and mechanisms to advocate and engage in policy formation, delivery and membership services.
ASF Core Purposes
Develop sound corporate support and partnership to assist with the financial resources of operating the ASF;
Improve the effectiveness of ASF representation and to provide superior membership services and advocacy; and
Establish itself as a key stakeholder in agriculture productivity, and climate change adaptation and solutions.
