Who we are

We are researchers, teachers, and extension educators.
We work at universities, in all levels of government, and in different areas of industry.
We are in every state and much of the world.

What we do

Our members use horticultural science to address major issues facing our nation and our world.
Provide the research that keeps our fruit, vegetable, turf, and ornamental crop producers competitive and allows them to raise their crops sustainability.
Educate tomorrow’s researchers and teachers in specialty crops.
Educate tomorrow’s fruit, vegetable, floral, and nursery crop growers.
Translate the latest fundamental research into products and practices that improve our health, communities, and environment.
Improve rural economies by supporting profitable horticultural production.
Train the stewards of our urban and suburban environment.
Improve food security in central cities by making urban farms and gardens successful.
Improve sports and recreation through better natural playing surfaces.

ASHS 2024 Annual Conference - Brochure