The Crop Science Society of America (CSSA) is the professional home for 5,500+ members dedicated to advancing the field of crop science. Society members are dedicated to the conservation and wise use of natural resources to produce food, feed, fiber, fuel, and pharmaceutical crops for our world's growing population while maintaining and improving the environment. CSSA is a progressive international scientific society that fosters plant science for a better world. CSSA supports its members by providing peer-reviewed publications through the Digital Library, educational programs, scientific meetings, recognition and awards, career services, student activities, and science policy initiatives.
Membership Benefits
- Monthly CSA News magazine
- Discounts on subscriptions to the Online Library, journals, and online education classroom
- Discounts on our books/publications and K-12 resources
- Access to the online Membership Directory and networking opportunities
- Biweekly electronic newsletters - Science Policy and News Flash
- Option to publish research in our journals with reduced page charges
- Opportunity to present poster and oral papers at the International Annual Meeting
- Free online posting of resume/CV and access to Career Placement Services
- Membership in CSSA Divisions
- Discounts on International Annual Meeting and regional meeting registrations
- Use of the Communications Toolkit to help get your message out; resources updated monthly
- CSSA Letter of Support - CSSA has created a template for members to request funding support from their employer or university when joining or renewing. This letter may be used as an example and refined/edited based on your individual situation.
In addition, your membership supports Agronomic Science Foundation (ASF) programs.