Established in 1903, the American Society for Horticultural Science (ASHS) is recognized around the world as one of the most respected and influential professional societies for horticultural scientists. ASHS is committed to promoting and encouraging national and international interest in scientific research and education in all branches of horticulture.
Comprised of thousands of members worldwide, ASHS represents a broad cross-section of the horticultural community scientists, educators, students, landscape and turf managers, government, extension agents and industry professionals. ASHS members focus on practices and problems in horticulture: breeding, propagation, production and management, harvesting, handling and storage, processing, marketing and use of horticultural plants and products.
The American Society for Horticultural Science hosts an Annual Conference to bring the membership together for a four-day event composed of networking sessions, abstract presentations, award presentations, and technical workshops. Each year, approximately 1,000 horticultural leaders and decision makers attend the conference eager to learn about cutting edge technology and share information. See the ASHS Conference page here.
Every year, the Mid-American Collegiate Horticulture Society sponsors one of its members from the hosting school to represent it.
