As a member, you’re not just joining an organization—you’re joining a network of experts addressing the issues that matter most: food security, sustainable agriculture, water conservation, soil health, and environmental stewardship.
CAST membership gives you access to the premier network for agricultural science communication. Whether you’re building your career, advancing your organization’s mission, or contributing your expertise, CAST provides the resources, connections, and platforms you need to make an impact. From peer-reviewed publications to direct engagement with federal policymakers, members participate in programs that matter.
CAST brings together diverse voices in agricultural science:
For more information on any of our membership packages, contact our membership department!
CAST membership gives you access to a comprehensive portfolio of programs organized around three strategic pillars. Whether you’re seeking expert knowledge, community connection, or opportunities to influence direction, CAST has programs that support your goals.
Create and Share Knowledge
Peer-reviewed Issue Papers, Commentaries, and Explainers
Weekly Pulse, monthly Insights (policy briefs), monthly U Bulletin (students), monthly Connections (public)
Member essay platform
Rapid-innovation projects on emerging issues
Interiews, animations, video series including Ask the Expert
Engage and Build Community
Quarterly dialogues on key agricultural issues
In-person gathering with awards and networking
Borlaug Communication Award, Lifetime Achievement Award, and student scholarships
Expert sessions including monthly Meet the Expert
Shape Direction
Governance through Animal, Food, or Plant Science groups (Influence Partners)
Strategic Advisory Council — is a cross-sector body identifying strategic priorities (Influence Partners)
Quarterly DC briefings with federal policymakers
Self-paced learning platform for science communication skills
Choose the membership tier that fits your career stage and goals.
Partner with CAST to advance agricultural science communication and connect with the national network.
CAST offers membership in four categories:
Professional and academic societies
Universities, colleges, and libraries
Nonprofits, foundations, and trade groups
Companies, cooperatives, and industry consortia
Each category has three tiers:
Individual memberships begin immediately upon payment. Organizational memberships begin upon executed agreement.
Yes. Contact membership@cast-science.org to discuss upgrading your membership level.
You’ll receive renewal notices 60 days before expiration. Access to member benefits continues through your expiration date.
Log in to your member portal at HERE with your credentials.
Yes. Organizational members can designate multiple contacts to receive communications and access member benefits.
Collaborator Partners receive access to CAST programs and visibility on the CAST website. Builder Partners add governance participation through one of CAST’s three Work Groups (Animal Science, Food Science, or Plant Science), plus enhanced collaboration opportunities like co-leading Labs and speaking at webinars. Influence Partners receive strategic advisory roles including Strategic Advisory Council eligibility and priority invitations to CAST Hill Sessions in Washington, D.C., plus premium visibility and executive briefings.
Pricing is based on organization size, budget, or enrollment to ensure fair contribution levels. Contact us for a customized quote.
