Member Resources

Member Discounts

IPSA members receive exclusive discounts to the IPSA Annual Conference, the premier gathering for independent seed professionals. These savings make it easier to send more team members, gain broader exposure to vendor solutions, and maximize networking and education opportunities. Beyond cost savings, member-only access ensures priority engagement in sessions designed specifically for independent seed companies. It’s one of the highest-value returns on IPSA membership each year.

IPSA’s Seed Trials

IPSA Seed Trials provide multi-state performance data that enhances product visibility and credibility. These trials give independent seed companies third-party validation that strengthens both marketing and sales conversations. The result is more confident positioning, better dealer support, and clearer performance comparisons across regions. It’s data you can actually use, not just data that sits on a shelf.

Monthly Webinars

The IPSA Monthly Webinar Series delivers practical, role-based education designed for the real needs of independent seed companies. Topics rotate across marketing, sales, operations, AI, HR, and agronomy, giving your entire team access to ongoing professional development without travel or disruption. These sessions are built for implementation, not theory. Members gain consistent learning opportunities that keep teams sharp, aligned, and moving forward all year long.

Scholarships & Development

The IPSA Scholarship Program invests directly in the future of the seed industry by supporting students pursuing careers in agriculture and seed-related fields. Member participation and partner programs help fund scholarships that connect students with real-world industry exposure, mentorship, and professional development. These scholarships are more than financial support. They are a pipeline strategy, helping independent seed companies attract, develop, and retain the next generation of industry talent.

Curated Resources

The IPSA AI Initiative delivers practical, role-based AI playbooks designed specifically for independent seed companies. These workflows cover marketing, sales, operations, HR, and internal efficiency, focusing on real use cases instead of hype. Members gain tools that save time, reduce friction, and help teams work smarter immediately. This initiative positions IPSA members ahead of the curve as AI becomes a competitive necessity across ag businesses.

Advocacy & Industry Voice

IPSA serves as a unified voice for independent seed companies in an increasingly complex regulatory and policy environment. Through active monitoring, timely policy updates, and direct engagement on industry issues, IPSA helps protect the interests of its members at both the state and national level. When regulations shift or challenges arise, members are not navigating them alone. IPSA advocacy ensures independent seed companies have representation, awareness, and support when it matters most.

AgSwag

AgSwag offers promotional products and branded materials built specifically for agriculture. IPSA members receive up to $35,000 per year in complimentary marketing and design support through the Independent Seed Brand Studio, plus exclusive spend-and-earn rewards and discounts. This program helps seed companies elevate their brand presence without blowing their marketing budget. Practical, polished, and designed for real-world use.

WOOF Social

WOOF Social is a marketing agency that specializes in agriculture and seed industry brands. IPSA members receive access to preferred pricing, strategic resources, and a team that already understands the complexities of ag markets. In a landscape where marketing is a true differentiator, WOOF Social helps seed companies clarify their message, strengthen their brand, and compete at a higher level without starting from scratch.

Ag Printers

Ag Printers specializes in seed guides, catalogs, and agricultural print materials tailored to the seed industry. IPSA members benefit from industry expertise and preferred access to high-quality print solutions that support sales and branding efforts. When print still matters, Ag Printers ensures your materials look professional, accurate, and aligned with how growers actually buy.

Third Pillar

Third Pillar provides secure, enterprise-grade AI solutions designed to help organizations adopt AI safely and responsibly. For IPSA members, this means access to AI tools that protect sensitive data, maintain compliance, and reduce risk while still delivering efficiency gains. Third Pillar’s platform ensures your proprietary information stays private and controlled. It’s a smarter, safer way for independent seed companies to leverage AI without compromising trust or security.

Vulcan, Inc.

Vulcan Inc. is an employee-owned company providing packaging and labeling solutions for agriculture and beyond. IPSA members receive exclusive discounts on orders through December 31, 2026. Their employee-owned structure brings a long-term mindset and accountability that aligns well with independent seed businesses looking for reliable partners. They have a 20% discount to all IPSA members for the year of 2026

Ramp

Ramp is an automated corporate card and expense management platform that eliminates manual expense reports and streamlines finance operations. It gives teams real-time visibility into spending while saving hours of administrative work each month. IPSA members receive priority onboarding and contribute directly to IPSA scholarships through program participation. Less paperwork, more control, and tangible support for the next generation of seed leaders.

AGSentry by HD Precision Analytics

AGSentry’s front-end sales, plot, and analytics tools, all built specifically for how independent seed companies sell, track performance, and manage customer relationships. Members can use SmartSales + SalesTrak to streamline sales activity, manage customers and prospects, track performance, and capture field notes, with full access to AGSentry’s integrated CRM included. Members may also choose SmartPlot + PlotAnalytics to easily capture plot and test data, analyze yield results, compare product performance, and connect those insights directly to customer records, again with the same integrated CRM. No matter which tools are selected, sales activity, field data, plot results, and customer information live in one connected system, giving members clearer insights, better visibility across their operation, and more confident, data-driven decisions. This is not a generic CRM. It is a purpose-built platform designed to support the real-world workflows of independent seed companies. HD Precision Analytics will donate $750 to the IPSA Scholarship Fund for all new sign ups

Seedbox Solution provides packaging systems and solutions designed for seed handling and logistics. Through IPSA’s buying program, members gain access to preferred pricing and streamlined purchasing. These solutions help seed companies improve efficiency, consistency, and scalability in their packaging operations.

Buckhorn manufactures reusable plastic containers and bulk packaging solutions used across agriculture and manufacturing. IPSA members benefit from group buying power and access to durable, reusable systems that improve handling efficiency and reduce long-term costs. It’s a practical upgrade that supports both operational performance and sustainability goals.

Portions of every sale benefit the IPSA Scholarship Fund

Central Bag Company has been producing high-quality agricultural bags since 1929. Through IPSA’s buying program, members gain access to trusted packaging solutions backed by decades of industry experience. Reliable packaging matters more than people think, and Central Bag delivers consistency seed companies can count on.

Portions of every sale benefit the IPSA Scholarship Fund

First Mid Bank & Trust provides relationship-driven banking services with deep roots in agriculture and rural communities. Their ag-focused lending and financial services are designed to support independent businesses through every stage of growth. IPSA members gain access to a banking partner that values long-term relationships, local decision-making, and practical financial solutions tailored to ag operations. It’s banking that understands your business, not just your balance sheet.

Vane Ag provides specialized risk management solutions tailored to the agricultural industry. Their services help seed companies and ag businesses identify, manage, and mitigate financial and operational risk in an increasingly complex environment. Through IPSA partnerships, members gain access to expertise that supports smarter planning, stronger protection, and long-term business stability. This is about protecting what you’ve built while positioning your business for sustainable growth.

John Deere Financial offers flexible financing solutions designed specifically for agricultural businesses. From equipment financing to working capital support, their programs help seed companies manage cash flow and invest confidently in growth. IPSA members benefit from access to a trusted ag-focused financial partner that understands seasonal cycles, operational realities, and long-term planning in agriculture. Financing built for ag, not adapted after the fact.