Financing the Seed Regulatory Program in Indiana
Indiana's system of financing its seed regulatory program is very unique compared with most other states. For the purpose of defraying the costs of inspection, analysis, publication, and other expenses incurred in the administration and enforcement of the seed law, an inspection fee system was included in the first law that generated fees from distributors in the business of selling seed in the state of Indiana.
These fees are based on the kind and amount of seed sold and permit holders are required to report their distribution and pay the assessed fees based on kind and amount sold. These fees have comprised the entire operating budget of the Office of Indiana Seed Commissioner. No money is received from the State of Indiana to support the existence and operation of the seed regulatory program. Please review the attached legislation which is currently moving in both the House and Senate chambers:
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Advocacy Matters II
2nd ASTA Seed Industry Washington DC Fly-in
In Partnership with the State and Regional Seed Trade Associations
March 22-24, 2010
Lorien Hotel, Alexandria VA
Last year's Seed Industry Fly-in was a huge success, with over 60 Congressional visits and an impact that continues to be realized. Now that the administration has settled into their duties in Washington DC, new challenges have arisen - including provisions of new opportunities for the dynamic seed industry.
The 2010 Seed Industry Washington DC Fly-in will provide the venue for you, as a constituent, to visit with your government officials to educate and inform them of the multiple issues facing the seed industry. It is critical at this time, that our government's leadership connect with the seed industry and understand our challenges and prospects.
This year's Fly-in will be held in conjunction with the Environmental and Conservation Workshop, and will include schedule visits with House Ag Committee Chairman Collin Peterson, the staff/leadership of the Senate Ag Committee and key individuals at USDA.
As a participant, you will you be assisting the seed industry with policy issues, and will gain an insight into the inner-workings of your government. Plus, it is a proven fact that companies that are involved with government policy tend to be more profitable.
Details
There is no registration fee, although it is helpful for us to know you will attend to assist us in planning properly. To participate, send an email to Pat Miller (pmiller@amseed.org) with your contact information. ASTA staff will assist you in making appointments with your Congressman and Senators - initially, you may visit www.house.gov and put in your zip code to find and then proceed to website for DC phone information. You will also receive a briefing packet prior to the meetings, so that you will be properly informed on the issues. Please feel free to note any special requests in your communications.
Hotel
ASTA has procured a rate of $199 single/double at the Lorien Hotel in Alexandria, the host hotel for the event. It is very convenient to the Metro and Reagan Airport. To make room reservations at the Lorien Hotel (www.lorienhotelandspa.com), call 877-956-7436 and ask for ASTA Conservation Workshop and Fly-In rates. The discounted rates are available until March 5th.
Agenda
Sunday, March 21
● Early arrival for site-seeing, if desired (hotel room rate available)
Monday, March 22
● Primary travel day
Tuesday, March 23
● 9am - 4pm: Environmental & Conservation Committee Workshop
○ Topics: Energy, Forest Service, Natives, Government Sales, CRP & BCAP update
○ Speaker: Representative from the Navy
● 3:30 - 5pm: Issues briefing sessions for state association participants
○ General Hill Activity Update
○ State-specific Issues Summary
○ Sustainability Overview
● 6:30 - 9pm: Group Dinner/Program
○ "What to Expect on the Hill"
Wednesday, March 24
● Breakfast
○ "Issues Briefings for Hill Visits"
● Morning: Congressional visits
○ appointments made by attendees w/ staff assistance
● Lunch on your own
● 2:30 - 5pm: Group meetings
○ House Ag Committee, Senate Ag Committee & USDA
● Dinner on own
Thursday, March 25
● Travel day or site-seeing (hotel room rate available) |
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ISTA Membership
ISTA is the recognized voice of the Indiana seed trade industry. Since its foundation in 1978, the Association has served as the focus point for industry positions on public policy issues which affect our member companies. Historically, Indiana seedsmen have been leaders in many areas of the seed trade.
A membership investment with ISTA should be considered a necessity for any person or firm conducting business in the seed industry. Your active participation is also welcomed and encouraged.
ISTA is governed by a 14 person Board of Directors, elected annually from our membership. The Board is responsible for all policy decisions of the Association and directs the Association staff to implement industry policy and programs for the mutual benefit of our members.
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Adler Seeds
Advanced Biological
AEC Group Ag Alumni Seed
Agri Pro Coker
Ag Printers
AgReliant
Agro Globe Engineering
AgVenture
American Newlong
ANCHOR PAPER
ASTA
A.T. Ferrell
BASF
Becker-Underwood
Biddle Seeds
Bio Diagnostics, Inc.
BioPlant Research
Bio-Town Seeds
Bozell Industrial Products
Bratney Companies
Brodbeck Seed, Inc.
Brown Seed Enterprises
Buhler Sortex, Inc
Burrus Brothers Growers
Cal/West Seeds
Campbell Seed
Channel Bio Corp.
Cisco Companies
Corn States LLC
Crowe Horwath
Crow's Hybrids Service, LLC
Dairyland
Direct Enterprises
Dow AgroSciences
Dyna-Gro Seed
Farber Bag & Supply
FFR Cooperative
Fielder's Choice Direct
Fumigation Serv.
Glick Farms, Inc.
Greenleaf Genetics
Harger Farms
HEARTLAND SEED
H&S Forest Products
Hoblit Seed Co., Inc.
Hubner Industries
Ice Miller LLP
Illinois Crop Improvement
Illinois Foundations Seeds
Independent Professional Seedmen
Indiana Crop Improvement
Indiana Small Plots
Indiana Soybean Alliance/Indiana Corn
ISCH Seeds, INC
JGL, Inc.
Kerkhoff L.L.C.
KRAUTER EQUIPMENT
Landec Ag Inc.
Langdon Brothers Seed
Lawson Pollination Bags
Legg Hillcrest Farms
L-D Farm
Lord's Seed, Inc.
Magiera Seeds, Inc.
Maize Crop Genetics
MayerSeedLine
MBS Genetics, L.L.C.
Merritt Hall Insurance
MIDCO Enterprises.
Mid-West Seed Services
Monsanto
NextGene Seed
Niccum Seeds
O'Mara Ag Services
Oliver Manufacturing
Optimal Automation
OXBO International
Palmer & Young Distributing
Parke Seeds Inc.
Peterson Genetics
Pioneer Hi-Bred
Powell Seeds
Precision Alliance Group
Precision Soya
Premier Tech Systems
Prime Farm Seeds
Professional Seed Research
Rethceif Packaging
Remington Seed
Rupp Seeds, Inc.
S & R Consulting LLC
S&G Seeds, LLC
Schockney Seed Service
Seed Consultants
Select Seed Hybrids.
Silver Lane Hybrids
Smart Seeds
Specialty Hybrids
Spence Burris
Stewart Seeds
Steyer Seeds
Sunstar Hybrids, Inc.
Syngenta Crop Protection
Tech Services, Inc.
Thurston Genetics
Thurston, Inc.
Tom Farms LLC
Total Seed Production
Tri-State Advertising
Unity Seeds
Verdant
Waitt Elevator
Weaver Popcorn
WestBred LLC
Wilken Seed Grain
Winfield Solutions Wyatt Seed Co., Inc.
Wyckoff Hybirds, Inc.
Wyffels Hybrids, Inc.
Yerks Seed Inc.
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