Become a Member

MEMBERSHIP CATEGORIES1. Full Membership
For licensed seed companies involved in production, processing, and marketing.
2. Associate Membership
For agro-input dealers, service providers, and organizations supporting the seed sector.
3. Regional Membership
For companies operating within East Africa interested in collaboration and market expansion.
4. Institutional Membership
For research institutions, NGOs, and development partners.
📋 MEMBERSHIP REQUIREMENTS
To apply for membership, applicants must:
Be legally registered as a company or organization Operate within the seed or agricultural value chain Comply with national seed laws and regulations Provide relevant documentation (registration certificates, licenses, etc.) Commit to upholding USTA’s values and standards

📝 APPLICATION PROCESS
Becoming a member is simple: Step 1: Application Submission
Complete and submit the membership application form.
Step 2: Document Review
USTA reviews your application and supporting documents.
Step 3: Approval
Successful applicants are approved by the association. Step 4: Payment
Pay the required membership subscription fees.
Step 5: Onboarding You are officially welcomed as a USTA member.