| Advanced Technology Information Network (ATI-Net) (US).ATI-Net is a department of the California Agricultural Technology Institute (CATI). Site provides technical services to CATI, ag jobs, job postings, work order system, and tradeleads .afagrict-I (Africa).An electronic forum devoted to ICTs in Agriculture and Natural Resource Management in Africa. While the focus is on Africa, the mailing list is expected to be relevant for all ACP countries and for other developing regions.Agribusiness Association of Iowa (US).Represents all levels of agribusiness including grain feed, plant food, crop protection products, and allied industries. Has over 1,700 members.Agribusiness Information Centre (India).Site provides Indian agricultural database,government contacts, trade shows, world market information, horti-tech database, newsletter, agri-directory, AIC product showcase and services.Agricultural Adaptation Council (Canada).A coalition of 47 ag, agri-food and rural organizations, incorporated in 1996. Categories include Newsletter, Featured Projects, Newsletter, and Links.Agricultural Institute of Canada (Canada).Dedicated to the professional aspects of Canadian agriculture; plays a central role as a source of credible information and comment for the Canadian agriculture and agri-food sector.Agricultural Retailer's Association (Washington DC, US).A national trade organization providing a national voice for the retail sector of the agricultural industry; the ARA is focused on issues and programs that affect profitability
.AgriFor (Nottingham, UK).AgriFor is a gateway to evaluated, quality Internet resources in agriculture, food and forestry, aimed at students, researchers, academics and practitioners in agriculture, food or forestry.AgSafe (US).A nonprofit coaltion for the prevention of injuries, illnesses, and fatalities among those working in agriculture. Organizes and promotes educational activities, conference, regional meeting, and applied research.Alabama Farmers Federation (US).Lobbys for farmers, acts as marketing consultant, information source and spokesman. Created in 1921.American Agricultural Economics Association (US).Mission is to enhance skills, knowledge, and professional contributions of those economists who help society solve problems related to agriculture, food, resources, and economic development.American Farmland Trust (US).AFT works to stop the loss of productive farmlan and to promote farming practices that lead to a healthy environment.American Feed Industry Association - AFIA (US).A national organization devoted to representing the business, legislative and regulatory interests of the animal feed industry and its suppliers. Consists of 700 manufacturing and supplier companies.American Fisheries Society (US).The oldest and largest professional society representing fisheries scientists. Promotes scientific research and management of resource for optimum use. Publishes some of the leading fisheries research journals.American Hanoverian Society (US).A non-profit corporation dedicated to breeding and promoting Hanoverian Horses. Has annual business and info meetings, publishes the Quarterly American Hanoverian Magazine, and an Annual Stallion Book.American Malting Barley Association (US).Site includes Background & History, Barley Research, Quality Evaluation Program, US Farm Programs, and the National Barely Improvement Committee.American Society of Ag Consultants (US).Since 1963, a multi-disciplined ag society of US domestic consultants that serve the domestic market, but are also globally-focused.American Society of Agronomy (US).ASA is dedicated to the development of agriculture enabled by science, in harmony with environmental and human values. The Society supports scientific, educational, and professional activities.Blandair Foundation (Ohio, US).A non-profit organization involved in land, historic preservation, wildlife and open space research and management, environmental consulting, education, organic agriculture, and horse rescue
.British Agrochemicals Association (UK).The UK trade body representing companies involved in the manufacture, formulation and distribution of crop protection products.British Domesticated Ostrich Association (UK).The Official WWW Site of The British Domesticated Ostrich Association with news, events and information on Ostrich farming in the UK.California Certified Organic Farmers (US).Offers an organic certification program for growers, processors and handlers, as well as programs for increased awareness of organic food and advocacy for governmental policies.California Farm Water Coalition (US).CFWC is a statewide organization representing a cross-section of the agricultural industry. CFWC provides information regarding the economic, social and environmental benefits of irrigated agriculture.California Fertilizer Association (US).Represents fertilizer manufactueres, distributors, wholesalers, and retail dealers that sell products within California. Incorporated in 1923 and headquartered in Sacramento.California Foundation for Agriculture in the Classroom (US).Works with K-12 teachers, students, and community leaders to enhance education using agricultural examples.California Fresh Market Tomatoes (US).A state-mandated, industry-funded organization that represents the growers, packers and shippers of California tomatoes.California Grain and Feed Association (US).An agricultural trade association since 1924. Site includes News-press releases, Governmental Relations, Events, Publication, Classifieds, and Web Links.California Poultry Industry Federation (US).Represents more than 97% of the state's turkey and broiler, and chicken producers and marketers. Represents growers, hatchers, breeders, and processors.California Turfgrass Foundation (US).Aims to promote research and education on the development and maintenance of turfgrass for function, recreational, and aesthetic use. Provides research, education, and scholarships.Canadian Agri-Marketing Association (Canada).Focus is on agri-marketing, but also keeps tabs on domestic and international events or developments that have impact on their business.Center for Rural Affairs (US).Engages in research, education, advocay, and service work to further the betterment of rural America.Colorado Weed Manangement Association (US).Noxious weed awareness and education are the foundation of the association. CWMA promotes weed awareness and education through the Weed-Free Forage Program.Communicating for Agriculture (US).A rural advocacy group with members in all 50 states, from farm and ranch families and business people across the US. Categories include News, CA Highlights, and Advocacy.Communicating for Agriculture (Minnesota, US).A non-profit association bringing self-employed people together for group discounts and shopping, affordable health insurance and legislative change.Consultative Group on International Ag Research (US).Mission is to contribute to food security and poverty eradication in developing countries through research, partnership, capacity building, and policy support. Promotes sustainable ag development based on environmentally sound management of resources.Council for Agricultural Science and Technology (CAST) (US).Identifies food and fiber, environmental, and other agricultural issues. Interpret related scientific research information for legislators, regulators, and the media for use in public policy decision making.Dairy Farmers of Ontario (Canada).Owned and operated by the farm families of Ontario's 7,000 dairy farms, improving efficiency levels of milk production and marketing.DG VI (EU).The E. Commission's department responsible for agriculture Directorate-General VI, based in Brussels.European Fertilizer Manufacturers Association (Europe).Aims of the organization aer to provide European ag with the fertilizers it requires and to contribute to a sustainable agriculture.FAO - Food and Agricultural Organization of the United Nations (US).Founded with a mandate to raise levels of nutrition and standards of living, to improve agricultural productivity, and to better the condition of rural populations.FAO Subregional Office for Central and Eastern Europe (Hungary).Works closely with the REU in monitoring and reporting trends in the Central and Eastern European Subregion.FAO-Regional Office for Europe (Italy).Provides information on and analyses of the economics of food, agricultural and rural developement through specific studies and consultations. Provides guidance for policy and economic studies with a focus on food and agriculture.Farm Equipment Manufacturers Association (US).Site is designed to provide a location for the users and manufacturers of specialized ag equipment to learn about each others products and needs. Site has Safety Info, Warranty Info, and Publications.Farm Foundation (US).A nonprofit organization founded in 1933. Provides risk funding for their priority areas. Site includes Upcoming Events, Public Policy Education, Bennett Ag Round Table, Extension Fellowships, and Publications.Farm House International Fraternity (US).Site includes News, Staff, Events, History of Farm House, Career Path, Chapters, Services, FH Foundations, and FH Expansion.Farm Sanctuary (US).Has established farm animal shelters since 1986 and waged campaigns to stop farm animal cruelty, including NO DOWNERS, BOYCOTT VEAL, and FARM ANIMAL DEFENSE.FARRE (France).Resonable Agriculture Forum for Respecting the Environment. Site categories include Organization Actions, Visiting the Farms of Farre, News, and Practical Info.Florida Tomato Committee (US).Categories on site include Recipes, Educational Info, Retail and Food Service Info, Market Info, and Japanese Market Info.Food And Agriculture Organization of The United Nations (International).A main priority of the organization is encouraging sustainable agriculture and rural development, a long-term strategy for the conservation and management of natural resources.Fort Allen Antique Farm Equipment Association (US).Dedicated to the restoration and preservation of antique farm equipment. Site includes Tips, Shows, Member Engines, and Links.Georgia Dressage & Combined Training Association (US).An educational organization dedicated to promoting the equestrian sports of dressage and combined training (eventing). Organizes and sponsors activies for the general public's knowledge of and appreciation of these activities.Georgia Turfgrass Foundation Trust (US).Provides info on the uses and environental benefits of turgrass and is provided as an educational service of the Georgia Turfgrass Foundation Trust, a tax-exempt research and education foundation. Includes Selected Reading, and Tips.Grain Elevator and Processing Society (US).A professional society dedicated to providing its members with forums to generate leadership, innovation and excellence in grain-related industry operations. Site includes Forum, Resource Center, and GEAPS Tours.Idaho Grain Producers Association (US).Purpose is to serve the grain producers of Idaho by representing their production interest at the county, state and federal levels in order to enhance their profitablility and long term viability. Site includes Markets and News, Idaho Ag, Consumer Issues,Institute For Food and Development Policy (US).A peoples think-tank and education-for-action center. Highlights root cause and value based solutions to hunger and world poverty, with food as a fundamental human right. Categories include Programs, Publications, and Media Quick Stop.International Alliance for Sustainable Agriculture (US).Mission is to support ecologically sound, economically viable, socially just and humane projects on a personal and organization level. Includes The Natural Step Event Calendar, Sustainable AG defined and more.International Center of Advanced Mediterranean Agronomic Studies (Spain).Intergovernmental organization with a regional Mediterranean vocation.International Embryo Transfer Society (US).To further the science of animal embryo transfer by promoting effective reseach, disseminating scientific and educational info. Comprised of practicioners, scientists, educators, regulatory officials, livestock breeders, and others.International Fertilizer Development Center (International).Dedicated to increasing ag productivity and food production in the tropics and subtropics through the appropriate use of plant nutrients in sustainable crop production systems.International Fertilizer Industry Association (International).Site includes Publication, Trade Info Sources, Fertilizer Dmand and Crops, Fertilizer and Environment, Statistics, Membership, and Useful Links.International Seed Trade Federation (International).A group of national associations as well as individual seed companies working to develop and facilitate the free movement if seeds with fair and resonable regulations. Encourages the use of modern technologies.Irish Farm And Rural Movement (Ireland).Impowering rural Ireland with an independent voice.Irrigation Association (US).Aim is to improve the products and practices used to manage water resources. Water resources ecmpass the appeciation, conservation, drainage, improvement and recovery of water for environmental and economic enhancement.Kentucy Small Grain Growers Association (US).Initiated to help small grain wheat and barley growers to develop markets, domstic and abroad, provide producers continuing education, and lobby for fair farm policies.Michigan Organic Food and Farm Alliance (US).Dedicated to promoting food systems that rely on organic methods of food production. Membership open to the public and includes presently Organic Growers of Michigan and other oganic farmers.Mid-America International Agri-Trade Council (US).A partnership effort of Midwest state ag promotion agencies helping Midwestern food producers and processor sell their products overseas. Provide export services.National 4-H Council (Maryland, US).An uncommon youth development organization fostering innovation and shared learning for youth workers and young leaders.National Agri-Marketing Association (US).Strives to deliver the highest value in agri-marketing professional development by providing professional development opportunities, leadership experience, and an information exchange.National Center for Farmworker Health (New Mexico, US).A private, not-for-profit corporation located in Austin, Texas. NCFH has evolved into a multi-faceted organization which provides a wide range of services dedicated to improving the health of the workers who harvest America's crops.National Christmas Tree Association (US).Represents members who produce and sell Real Christmas trees. Includes Public Site, Media Center, Teacher's Site, and Member's Site.National Council of Farmer Cooperatives (US).Aim to is protect the public policy environment in which farmer-owned cooperative businesses operate, promote thier economic well-being, and provide cooperative education. The only organization exclusively for US farm-owned cooperative businesses.National Farm & Ranch Business Management Education Association (US).To increase the effectiveness of farm and ranch management education. Publishes an international newslettter, NUTS & BOLTS. Site includes conference Info.National Farmer's Federation (Australia).Represents approx. 120,000 farm enterprises through 28 affiliated organisation. Made up of state farm organizations, commodity councils, associates and affiliates. Publications, Press Releases, and Speeches on site.National Farmers Organization (US).A producer-owned organizatin of farmers which negotiates contracts and terms of sale on behalf of its family-farm members in 37 ag states in the US.National Farmers Union (US).A general farm organization with the goal of sustaining family farm and ranch agriculture.National Grange (US).A rural family fraternity founded in 1887, is a legislative and education force that accelerates rural American progress and promotes community betterment programs. Site includes Departments, Community Service, and State Granges.National Honey Board (US).Has a dozen-member staff which conducts research, advertising and promotions to maintain and expand domestic and foreign markets for honey. Publishes a Newsletter and Handbook, included on site.National Mastitis Council (US).Devoted to reducing mastitis and enhancing milk quality. Provides info relative to udder health, milking management and quality. Site includes membership info, board & committees, and research founcation.National Milk Producers Federation (US).Deals with milk quality and standards, animal health and food saftey issues, dairy product labeling and standards, and legislation affecting the dairy industry. Site includes International Dairy Trade News and much more.National Organization for Raw Materials (US).Aim is to maintain and addd to the knowledge of raw material economics and to use this info to educate.Natural Resources Institute (UK).University of Greenwich center of expertise in research and consultancy in the environment and natural resources sector. Training to promote efficient management and use of renewable natural resources.New Brunswick Federation of Agriculture (US).A bilingual organization dedicated to advancing the welfare of New Brunswick agriculture by lobbying government on behalf of all agriculture in the province. The Federation's board of directors consists of 12 farmers from various sectors of Agriculture.New Jersey Farmers Against Hunger (US).A program of the NJ Agricultural Society dedicated to collecting and distributing surplus fruits and vegetables from New Jersey farmers to those in need through local community organizations.New Jersey Museum of Agriculture (US).Located on the Cook College campus at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey. The 30,000 sq. feet architecture, surrounded by a pastoral setting, exhibits the evolution of agriculture from Native American to the present.New Jersey Turfgrass Assocation (US).has developed a close working relationship between Rutgers University and the turfgrass industry. Contributions include NJ Turfgrass and Landscape Expo, Turfgrass Field Day, and numerous Univ. associated activities.New South Wales Irrigators' Council (Australia).Represents irrigation farmers across the State of New South Wales in Australia. Supports the development and growth of sustainable irrigated agriculture.North American Agricultural Marketing Officials (US).Site includes NAAMO List Servers, Newsletters & Periodicals, Commodities National Assocs, and NAAM Connections, a newsletter online.North Dakota Zero Tillage Farmers Association (Canada).Aims to promote a system of crop production which reduces soil erosion and builds up organic matter. Open to any farmer interested in zero tillage from surrounding states and provinces.Ohio FFA Association (US).Dedicated to preparing members for leadership and careers in the science, business and technology of agriculture. Has 20,462 members and local, state, and national activities and award programs.Organic Alliance Website (US).Site includes the Organic Marketplace, Recipes, Farming & Producers, Press Room, and Retailers & Manufactuers.Orphan Grain Train (US).Helps christians share personal and material resources with needy people worldwide. A volunteer network that gather donations of clothing medicine and good.Pacific Seed Association (US).Site consists of a directory of officers and directors, a list of upcoming events, and a brief backround on the organization. Will be adding a directory of committees and comittee contancts in the future.Pesticide Action Network North America (US).Has campaigned to replace pesticides with ecologically sound alternatives since 1982. Site includes free weekly news service, GPC-quarterly magazine, pesticide info, publications, and PESTIS database.Pesticide Education Center (US).A non-profit organization founded in 1988 to educate workers and the public about the hazards of pesticides to human health and the environment. provides info on health effects and safer alternative pest control methods to the public.Primal Seeds (UK).Agricultural seed diversity, corporate control and its consequences.Professional Lawn Care Association of America (US).Operates within approved advertising and pesticide transportaion guidelines, offers business and technical resource tips, Info Hotline, Industry Certification, Safety Info, and more.Queenland Farmers Federation (Australia).Seeks to secure a sustainable future for Queensland primary producers within a favorable social, economic, and political environment. Site consists of News & Views, Economics, Farm Business, Natural Resources, and Education.Royal Agricultural Society of England (UK).Established by Royal Charter in 1840, it continues not only to keep farmers informed but also to act as a voice for British agriculture in all aspects of farming, food and the countryside.Service des Echanges et des Stages Agricoles dans le Monde - SESAME (France).SESAME is a French agricultural organization involved in agricultural student and trainee exchange programs between France and the United States, through practical training on host farms.SHARE Agricultural Foundation (Canada).A charitable organization that aims to enable impoverished communities in developing countries to improve their quality of life through sustainable agriculturally based projects.Society for Range Managment (US).Concerned with studying, conserving, managing and sustaining the varied resources of the rangelands which comprise nearly half the land in the world. Has over 4,000 members in 48 countries.Soil and Water Conservation Society (US).Comprised over more than 10,000 professionals and students involved in conservation. Publishes a scientific journal, a magazine for practicioners, and a Newsletter, also cartoon booklets and an array of books.Soil Science Society of America (US).Primary purpose is to disseminate info about soils in relation to crop production, environmental quality, ecosystem sustainablity, bioremediation, waste management and recycling, and wise land use.Sonoma County Farm Trails (US).Mission is to promote and value of on farm sales for the benefits of member businesses and ag endeavours in Sonoma County.Sugarbeet Research and Education Board (US).Promotes research, education and sugar production througout Minnesota and North Dakota. Serves as an expert source of info on the sugar industry and gives aid to the extension services in both states.Texas Agriculture Irrigation Association (US).Objective is to enhance ag irrigation in Texas and surrounding states..Texas Farm Bureau (Iowa, US).TFB's commitment is to provide a voice for farmers, ranchers, rural citizens and everyone interested in preserving and protecting this way of life.Texas Pest Management Association (US).A multi-commodity, producer organization in Texas dedicated to the development and implementation of Integrated Pest Management program.Texas Vegetable Association (US).Provides the Texas vegetable industry with a strong voice on vegetable production issues. Has developed credibility and contacts with key agencies, and legislative bodies, concerning pesticides, labor, water and related issues.The Alpha Zeta Fraternity (US).A professional fraternity of men and women whose educational objective and, or careers fall within the field of agriculture. It is the oldest fraternal organization of ag in the US.The Farm Line (Canada).A confidential counselling and referral service provided to farmers and farm families specializing in support services for the agricultural community and farmers, able to access through a toll-free number
.The International Agri-Food Network (International).The network fosters cooperation and understanding among international agri-food sector organizations, and takes joint action on items of common interest.The Samuel Roberts Noble Foundation, Inc. (Oklahoma, US).Provides access to locally maintained electronic resources and selected Internet resources. The Libraries' Web site seeks to clearly explain library-supported resources, facilities, and services, and to introduce users to selected additional resources byThe SCN Coalition (US).Site consists of categories including SCN Facts, Management, SCN Testing Labs, Internet Resources, Training Materials, Logo Use Standards, and more.The Small Grains Web Site (US).Site contains categories which includes Today's News, Market Info., Local Weather, Small Grains Production Library, Research Reports, Prairies Grains Magazine, Wheat Facts, and more.The Virginia Farm Bureau Federation (US). Created by farmers, VFBF supports its members through legislative lobbying, leadership programs, commodity associations and rural health programs.U.S. Livestock Genetics Export, Inc. (Missouri, US).A nationwide livestock-specific, not-for-profit, trade association representing the International Market Development interests of the U.S. dairy, beef, sheep, swine and horse breeding industries.United Agribusiness League (US).Aim is to promote the development and common interest of the ag industry; to secure cooperative action in agribusiness, and to promote both domestic and international activities. Includes AG News, Top Headline. Newsletters include Ag News and Views, InterUnited Bradford Breeders (US).Site consists of categories which include Sales and Other Bradford Events, Bradfords for Sale, Utilizing UBB Bradfords, History of the Bradford Breed, Bradford News Magazine, and Breeding-Up Alternatives.United Farm Workers (US).Site consists of News Releases, UFW Info, UFW Store, Want to Help Strawberry Campaign, History, and Action Alert.United Poultry Concerns (US).Addresses the treatment of domestic fowl in food production, science, education, entertainment, and human companionship situations. Information on site concerning conferences, info displays, and film presentations.United States Animal Health Association (US).Objective is to prevents, control and eliminate livestock diseases that cost ranchers, farmers and consumers approx. 1 billion dollars per year.US Golf Associations Green Section (US).A group withing the USGA which is the nations chief authority regarding info for turgrass managment. Involved in every phase of golf course maintenance and management. Activitis include funding research to develop improved strains of turgrass that requireUS Grains Council (US).Develops export markets for US barley, corn, grain sorghum and related products. Membership includes producers organizations and agribusinesses with a common interest in developing export markets.US Hide, Skin, And Leather Association (US).Member companies include meat packers, hide processors, brokers, dealers, and exporters. Associate members represent suppliers and trades association with the industry, such as tanners, chemical and equipment manufacturers, and transporters.US Meat Export Federation (US).Works to identify and develop international markets for US beef, pork, lamb and veal. Maintains a global network of 13 foreign offices and international representative worldwide.VFF Grains Group (Australia).Has almost 6,000 members, half of whom produce grain as their major enterprise. Functions as a lobby group.Victorian Farmers Federation (Australia).The largest and most representative state farmer organization in Australia. It represents Victoria's primary producers and is concerned with political, economic, industrial and other issues affection AG, a key sector in the Victorian economy.Virginia Marine Products Board (US).Site consists of categories which include Industry, Wholesalers Retailers Restauranteurs, Food Editors, Trade Press, Consumers, How to Prepare Perfect Seafood, News Releases, and Pfiesteria Facts.Western Australian Farmers Federation (Australia).The largest rural lobby group and service organization in Western Australia. Represents about 6,000 farmers, including wool producers, grain growers, meat producers, horticulturists, dairy farmers, beekeepers, and many other farmers.Western Wood Products Association (US).A trade association representing softwood lumber manufactuers in 12 Western states. It delivers services to sawmills. Services include lumber grade certification and reinspection, research on capabilities of Western lumber, and much more.Winrock International (Brazil).Helps the disadvantaged increase economic opportunity, sustain natural resources & protect the environment using innovative approaches in agriculture, forestry, clean energy, education, technology.Worldwide Farmers Exchange (US).Young farmers receive practical training on slected host farms in an exchange country. It seeks to improve world agriculture, while promoting peace through greater understanding among peoples.Young Farmers Club (UK).Site includes Club News, Leters & Chat, Developments in the farming business, and Info and Advice. |
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