International Organisations

The International Seed Federation (ISF) is a non-governmental, non-profit organization representing the seed industry. www.worldseed.org

The European Seed Association (ESA) in Brussels represents all national seed associations in Europe and is open for individual membership. www.euroseeds.org

International Seed Testing Association (ISTA). Establishes standard procedures for sampling and testing seeds to promote uniformity in seed testing of seeds moving in international trade. www.seedtest.org

The International Union for the Protection of New Varieties of Plants (UPOV) is an intergovernmental organization with headquarters in Geneva (Switzerland). www.upov.int

Community Plant Variety Office www.cpvo.eu.int

Information Services for Seed Professionals www.seedquest.com