Plasticulture ‘08

Our Mission:
The American Society for Plasticulture strives to improve the economic efficiency of agricultural systems through the use of plastics in various aspects of plant and animal production, manufacturing, packaging, and distribution; and through environmentally sound recovery and reuse. This is accomplished by promoting plastics science and technology, by providing a forum for the exchange of plasticulture ideas and information, and by encouraging innovation.

About ASP:
ASP represents a great diversity of interests and uses of agricultural plastics, including greenhouse coverings and thermal barriers, horticultural containers, postharvest film wraps, plastic mulches, irrigation systems, netting, tunnels, and spun-bonded row covers. Supporters include those from the academic community in research, teaching, and extension appointments; those in the commercial industry who manufacture, distribute, market, and provide a wide range of related products and services to the grower community; and the growers who utilize this technology in their production systems.

Those in horticulture, agronomy, chemistry, physics, economics, pathology, engineering, entomology, and meteorology contribute to and benefit from the activities of the organization. The common bond is an interest in agricultural plastics technology, a dedication to excellence in agricultural plastics research, and the goal of bringing the results of this research to the growers of the world.

ASP Officers:
President -
  William Tietjen, Rutgers Coop. Extension President Elect -
  Jodi Fleck-Arnold, Independent Consultant
Vice President -
  Mark L. Jordan, Pliant Corporation Secretary/Treasurer -
  David Martin, Baltimore Cty. Extension
Past President -
  Henry Taber, Iowa State University

Chair for the 34th Congress:
  Jodi Fleck-Arnold, Independent Consultant

Where people with ideas . . .
     Meet people who make things
     happen

First held nearly four decades ago, the National Agricultural Plastics Congress brings together leaders in plasticulture from throughout North America and from as far away as Europe and China. We would be pleased to have you contribute your expertise at this world-class event that has earned a reputation for the cutting edge work that is shared. Present research, facilitate a discussion, or offer a brief industry update at Plasticulture ‘08 in Tampa Florida, March 7 - 10, 2008. Your knowledge and experience will help increase the value of this two-day period of intense intellectual sharing.

In addition to the recognition gained by presenting before fellow researchers, educators, suppliers, growers, and representatives of manufacturers and distributors, the abstract and/or research report from your presentation will be included in the widely distributed Congress Proceedings. This record of cur-rent research in plasticulture is in the permanent library of top industry professionals. The papers also become available world-wide through the ASP website.

In recognition of the global nature of plasticulture and of the fact that travel may be difficult from many parts of the world, researchers unable to attend the Congress can also publish their work independently in the Proceedings.

Have your scholarly contribution to plasticulture acknowledged at the 34th National Agricultural Plastics Congress:

• Present a Research Report or a Modified Research Report

• Host a Discussion Session

• Offer a Technical Short

• Publish a paper in the Congress Proceedings

• Or, attend and contribute to the discussions, which further the progress in the use and promotion of agricultural plastics. Reduced registration fees will be available for students.