About ACIA
Serving Arizona agriculture through seed certification and related programs since 1933.
Who We Are
The Arizona Crop Improvement Association is Arizona's official seed certifying agency and serves seed companies and growers through certification, inspections, tagging, and program administration.
Since 1933
ACIA has served Arizona agriculture since 1933 by supporting varietal identity, field inspection, seed certification, and related agricultural programs.
University Affiliation
ACIA is affiliated with the University of Arizona School of Plant Sciences and works with industry, university, and agricultural partners.
Governance
Seed Company Directors
ACIA includes seed company representation across Arizona certification programs.
Grower Directors
County grower directors represent Arizona production areas including Maricopa, Pinal, Yuma, Mohave, Graham, and Pima.
Ex Officio Members
Representation includes the University of Arizona Agricultural Experiment Station, University of Arizona Extension, and Arizona Department of Agriculture.