The American Society of Agronomy is governed by a 16-member Board of Directors who are guided by a Strategic Plan and adhere to the organizational bylaws. ASA, the Crop Science Society of America (CSSA), and the Soil Science Society of America (SSSA) are the charter member organizations of the Alliance of Crop, Soil, and Environmental Science Societies (ACSESS). ACSESS is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization providing management and administrative support service for the three Societies. The ACSESS Board of Directors is comprised of the ASA, CSSA, and SSSA presidents, past-presidents, president-elects, the chief executive officer as an ex-officio (nonvoting) member, and other ex-officio (nonvoting) members as needed.

Vision

The preeminent community for diverse agricultural professionals leading education and collaboration with partners to address food and environmental challenges by connecting the science of agronomy to its practical applications.

Mission

The American Society of Agronomy empowers people and communities to develop, disseminate, and apply novel agronomic solutions to sustain the world.

Core Values

• Integrity: ASA is a trusted source of scientific knowledge, serving as a foundation for understanding and action.
• Inclusion: ASA provides a home for the global community of agronomists with diverse backgrounds, heritage, and career paths.
• Adaptability: ASA responds creatively to change, embracing opportunities in agriculture, the sciences, and our social environment.
• Sustainability: ASA takes responsibility for its actions and will protect and nurture environmental, social, and economic resources.