What does AMSA mean in PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS

The American Meat Science Association (AMSA) is a global professional organization that serves the needs of meat scientists, technologists, and other industry professionals. Established in 1967, AMSA works to ensure that meat production and consumption are based on sound science.

AMSA focuses on advancing knowledge in areas such as food safety, product quality and nutrition through research studies, seminars and conferences. They also promote collaboration between companies in the industry to share best practices for efficient production. Additionally, they provide educational opportunities for individuals to gain skills necessary for success within the industry.

Benefits of being an AMSA member include access to a wealth of resources related to technical issues facing the meat industry; discounted registration rates at conferences; educational materials; networking opportunities; access to job postings; free subscriptions to their journal Meat Science; as well as discounts on publications from various scientific societies.

Becoming an AMSA member is easy! Simply fill out a membership application which is available on their website and submit it along with your payment information. Once approved you'll receive your welcome packet along with instructions for accessing all available benefits online.

Yes! Student memberships are available and have special pricing for those who qualify. Student membership also allows access to many of the same benefits as full memberships including access to publications and journals, networking opportunities, discounted registration fees at conferences and related events, etc..