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Farmers Increasingly Favor Biotech Crops
February 20 2013

The ISAAA report, Global Status of Commercialized Biotech/GM Crops: 2012, says a record 17.3...

FDA Delay of Salmon Approval is a Blow to Science and Business
February 13 2013

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced today that it is extending for 60 days...

BIO and ASTA Welcome Continued Support for the Accord
January 15 2013

BIO and the American Seed Trade Association (ASTA) are pleased with the continued support from...

BIO Applauds FDA Action on GE Salmon
December 21 2012

Today, as part of its rigorous, scientific regulatory review governing genetically engineered...

The Accord: Generic Event Marketability and Access Agreement Is Now Effective
November 15 2012

The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) and the American Seed Trade Association (ASTA)...

The Accord: Generic Event Marketability and Access Agreement is Open for Signature
October 31 2012

The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) and the American Seed Trade Association (ASTA)...

BIO Announces Missouri Director of Agriculture Dr. Jon Hagler to Deliver Keynote at Livestock Biotech Summit
September 12 2012

The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) announced today Dr. Jon Hagler, Missouri...

BIO Announces Elanco’s Justin Chesnut to Deliver Keynote at Livestock Biotech Summit
September 12 2012

The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) announced today Justin Chesnut, Director of the...

BIO Livestock Biotech Summit Breakout Sessions to Focus on Communications, Research and Finance in Animal Biotech
August 28 2012

The Livestock Biotech Summit announced its breakout sessions for the September conference,...

USDA Considers “Nonbrowning” Apple
July 19 2012

“This is such an exciting time for the agricultural biotechnology sector because we...

U.S. Farmers Continue to Prefer Biotech Crop Varieties
July 16 2012

Genetically engineered (GE) varieties of soybeans, cotton and corn are the preferred choice of...

BIO Livestock Biotech Summit Brings Together Global Industry Leaders to Address Innovation and Potential in Animal Biotech
July 11 2012

“The BIO Livestock Summit will focus on how we could use animal biotechnology to develop...

BIO Applauds FARRM Provisions to Streamline Ag Biotech Analysis
July 10 2012

The process must become more predictable, transparent and efficient.

BIO Applauds Senate Vote to Support Science-based Policymaking for Agricultural Biotechnology
June 21 2012

The 73 to 26 vote against the amendment highlights the value the U.S. Congress places on...

Leadership Summit to Highlight the Commercial Potential of Emerging Agricultural and Industrial Biotechnologies at the 2012 BIO International Convention
June 11 2012

The 2012 BIO International Convention looks to give a global perspective on regulatory and...

Agriculture and Science Groups Back Modern Technology to Meet Rapidly Growing Food Needs
June 7 2012

A host of agricultural and scientific organizations have praised President Obama for his...

Farmers See Economic and Environmental Benefits from Biotech Crops
May 22 2012

Seed technology is vital for developing country farmers.

IFIC Survey: Consumers Support Current Food Labeling Policies
May 10 2012

“Education is important to continue raising awareness, but simply labeling a food...

Consumer Acceptance, Genetically Engineered Agriculture Products and Biotech Crop Development to be the Focus at the 2012 BIO International Convention
May 1 2012

Global event for biotechnology to be held June 18-21, 2012 in Boston.

BIO Applauds Senate Agriculture Committee for Passing Bipartisan Farm Bill
April 27 2012

Programs reauthorized and funded in the Senate Agriculture Committee's ...

Registration Open for BIO Livestock Biotech Summit
March 15 2012

“With continuous advances in both biomedical and food applications, we look forward to...

BIO Announces Richard Lobb as Managing Director of the Council for Biotechnology Information
March 14 2012

Lobb will lead CBI’s efforts to communicate science-based information about the benefits...

More Farmers Favor Biotech Crops
February 7 2012

Because of their tremendous environmental and economic benefits, farmers around the world...

BIO Announces Key Senior Staff Hires
October 28 2011

Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) President and CEO Jim Greenwood announced today two...

BIO Statement on U.S. District Court Ruling in “Eucalyptus” Case
October 7 2011

In a case brought against USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), the...

BIO Statement on “Food Labeling” Petition to FDA
October 4 2011

A coalition of anti-technology groups under the moniker “Just Label It” has...

Hill Leadership: Support Science-Based Assessments by FDA
August 3 2011

Animal Agriculture Coalition Members denounce political interference in FDA process.

BIO Statement on House Amendment to Block Funding for FDA Approval of GE Salmon
June 16 2011

An amendment offered on the House floor last night would ban the FDA from using any funding to...

Sustainable Agriculture: Sessions at the 2012 BIO International Convention
May 26 2011

Worldwide population growth is estimated to pass 10 billion by 2100, and biotechnological...

Biotechnology Innovations for Sustainable Agriculture to be Highlighted at 2011 BIO International Convention
May 23 2011

2011 BIO International Convention will feature a series of high level panels examining the...

BIO Thanks Agriculture Secretary Vilsack, Energy Secretary Chu for Biomass Program and R&D Grants
May 5 2011

BIO thanks Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and Energy Secretary Steven Chu on the...

Representative Upton Honored as BIO Legislator of the Year
May 4 2011

BIO announces selection of Congressman Fred Upton (R-MI) as Legislator of the Year for 2010 -...

Senator Casey Honored as BIO Legislator of the Year
May 4 2011

BIO announced today its selection of Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) as Legislator of the Year for...

Congressman Price Honored as BIO Legislator of the Year
May 4 2011

BIO announces its selection of Representative David E. Price (D-NC) as Legislator of the Year...

Representative Capuano Honored as BIO Legislator of the Year
May 4 2011

BIO announces its selection of Michael Capuano (D-MA) as Legislator of the Year for 2010 -...

Senator Leahy Honored as BIO Legislator of the Year
May 3 2011

BIO announces its selection of Senator Patrick Leahy (D-VT) as Legislator of the Year for 2010...

Civilian and Military Aviation Biofuels: Companies to Highlight New Technologies and Markets at BIO’s World Congress on Industrial Biotechnology
April 28 2011

During BIO's 8th annual World Congress on Industrial Biotechnology and Bioprocessing,...

Business Executives to Highlight Opportunities for New Product Development from Renewables at BIO’s World Congress
April 21 2011

Corporate leaders will discuss benefits for businesses and consumers through incorporation of...

Corporate Leaders to Present Global View on Commercialization of Industrial Biotechnology at BIO’s World Congress
April 14 2011

Business executives, scientists and policy makers will highlight opportunities to...

Report Highlights Benefits of Biotech Crops
April 13 2011

Annual report prepared by UK-based PG Economics highlights agricultural biotechnology as...

Innovative Companies to Present to Investors at 2011 World Congress on Industrial Biotechnology and Bioprocessing in Toronto
March 31 2011

BIO announces the industrial biotechnology companies selected to present their technology...

BIO Applauds Multi-Nation Document in Support of Livestock Cloning
March 21 2011

Five nations have come out in support of livestock cloning as one of many agricultural...

Investment Potential Highlighted in Breakout Sessions for 2011 World Congress on Industrial Biotechnology and Bioprocessing in Toronto
March 21 2011

Industry analysts are projecting double digit growth in the biobased product sector, and an...

BIO Announces On-line Product Database of Ag Biotech Products
March 8 2011

Internet users can now access a searchable and easy-to-use database of ag biotech products...

BIO Announces Plenary Speakers for 2011 World Congress on Industrial Biotechnology and Bioprocessing in Toronto
March 7 2011

Company C-level executives, scientists and government officials from Canada, Europe and the...

BIO Invites Nominations for the 2011 George Washington Carver Award for Innovation in Industrial Biotechnology
February 28 2011

The fourth annual ...

World’s Farmers Favor Biotech Crop Varieties
February 22 2011

The ISAAA report, Global Status of Commercialized Biotech/GM Crops: 2010, says a...

USDA Lets Farmers Plant Biotech Sugar Beets for 2011 Season
February 4 2011

The USDA announces that it will issue a “partial deregulation” for the most...

BIO Applauds USDA Decision to Deregulate Biotech Alfalfa
January 27 2011

The U.S. Department of Agriculture announces that it will fully deregulate a variety of...

America’s Biotechnology Sector – Answering President Obama’s Call For Job Growth and Innovation
January 26 2011

BIO's commends President Obama for highlighting the need to increase our nation...

BIO Statement on House Ag Committee Forum on Biotechnology
January 20 2011

BIO applauds Chairman Lucas (R-Okla.) and Ranking Member Peterson (D-Minn.) for convening...

Registration Opens for 2011 World Congress on Industrial Biotechnology and Bioprocessing
January 13 2011

More than 1,000 high-profile scientists, executives, government officials and investors are...

BIO Applauds EPA Decision to Defer Greenhouse Gas Permitting Requirement for Biomass Energy Facilities
January 13 2011

BIO welcomes the decision by EPA Administrator Lisa Jackson to defer application of CO2...

Media Registration for the 2011 BIO International Convention Now Available Online
January 3 2011

The 2011 BIO International Convention will highlight the latest trends and the newest...

BIO Statement on USDA Announcement on Alfalfa EIS and Coexistence Issue
December 17 2010
BIO to Host Synthetic Biology Workshop at 2010 Pacific Rim Summit on Industrial Biotech and Bioenergy
November 24 2010
Genetically Engineered Salmon Need Not Be Labeled
November 22 2010
BIO Announces Additional Plenary Sessions and Speakers for 2010 Pacific Rim Summit on Industrial Biotech and Bioenergy
November 2 2010
BIO Joins 50+ Ag Groups in Abandoning Leonardo “Sustainability” Talks
October 21 2010
EU Cloning Proposal Shows Disregard for Science
October 19 2010
“Pioneers of a Cutting Edge Science” Convene at Livestock Biotech Summit
September 28 2010
FDA Sets VMAC Meeting to Consider Genetically Engineered Salmon
August 26 2010

Genetically engineered (GE) animals have already realized the promise of advancing human...

IFIC Survey: Consumers Choose Biotech Foods for Nutritional, Environmental Benefits
June 2 2010
BIO Announces W.R. Gomes, Ph.D. and Bruce Knight to Speak at 2010 Livestock Biotech Summit
May 18 2010
BIO Issues Call for Paper and Panel Submissions for 2010 Pacific Rim Summit on Industrial Biotech and Bioenergy
May 14 2010
Algae Companies to Discuss Potential for Biofuels, Biobased Products and Chemicals
May 6 2010
New BIO Report Highlights Value of Biotechnology to Individuals and Society
May 4 2010

A new report issued by the Biotechnology Industry Organization underscores how biotechnology...

National Bioscience Report Shows Some Growth Even During Recession
May 3 2010
Biotechnology Makes Agricultural Production More Earth-Friendly
April 22 2010
BIO Applauds Administration’s Progress in Brazilian Cotton Dispute
April 6 2010

The Obama Administration has made substantial progress to avoid retaliatory measures in a long...

BIO Welcomes EU Decision on Biotech Crops
March 2 2010

The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) applauded today’s announcement by the...

Clean Air and Water, Green Products: Brought to You by Biotechnology
April 20 2009
BIO Applauds Fifth Anniversary of the Biosafety Protocol
September 11 2008
Biotech Industry Showcases Stewardship Through ETS Program
June 17 2008

As the BIO 2008 International Convention gets underway in San Diego this week, the Excellence...

Sustainable Agriculture, Stewardship and Genetically Engineered Animals Major Focus Areas of 2008 BIO International Convention
May 7 2008

Major global issues, such as sustainable agriculture, industry stewardship and genetically...

BIO Launches Excellence Through Stewardship Program Initiative Introduces Best Practices for Quality Management of Plant Biotechnology Products
July 25 2007

The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) today launched a new program, Excellence Through...

Biotechnology Industry Approves Product Launch Stewardship Policy
May 21 2007
BIO and IICA Enter into Memorandum of Understanding to Promote Agricultural Biotechnology in the Americas
January 24 2007
Bioscience Industry Fuels Jobs and Growth for States, Industry Study Finds
April 10 2006
Hawaii Summit to Highlight Marine Biotechnology Discoveries, Benefits
January 6 2006
BIO Expands Industry Stewardship Program
October 3 2003
Biotechnology Industry Reaffirms Commitment to Safety; Supports New Steps to Increase Public Understanding of Industry Products and Practices
October 3 2000
BIO Responds to Nature Report on Bt Threat to Monarch Butterflies
May 19 1999
Compaq's Ben Rosen To Speak At BIO '99
April 29 1999
BIO '99 In Seattle Showcases Agriculture's Harvest Of Hope
March 31 1999
Study Finds Ag Biotechnology Increases Crop Yields, Reduces Inputs
March 15 1999
BIO '99 Expected To Be Record Setting International Showcase
March 8 1999
BIO To File Court Papers In Support Of Plant Patents
March 3 1999

The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) said today it will support Pioneer HiBred...

BIO Responds To Bt Lawsuit
February 19 1999
Canada's Decision on BST Counters FDA, WHO, AMA Views
January 15 1999
Rowett Research Institute, Greenburn Road, Bucksburn, Aberdeen AB21 9SB, GENETICALLY MODIFIED FOODS
August 12 1998
Growing Scope, Impact of Biotechnology Showcased at BIO'98
May 15 1998
BIO's Statement on Cloned Lamb
July 24 1997
BIO's Response to Sheep Cloning Earns Virginia Public Relations Award
July 22 1997
BIO Supports Ban on Cloning of Humans, Seeks Medical Research Protection
June 7 1997
Biotechnology: Old Texas Money Fuels High-Tech "Gushers"
May 13 1997
BIO Reacts to Sheep Cloning Experiment
February 23 1997

Letters, Testimony & Comments

Canada's Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) Entry: BIO Submits Comments to USTR
September 3 2012
I. Agricultural and Animal Biotechnology The Government of Canada has long been a trusted ally to the United States on agricultural...
Agricultural Biotechnology: Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act of 2012
July 10 2012
Dear Chairman Lucas and Ranking Member Peterson: Our members are engaged in the development, use and future utilization of agricultural...
Oppose Costly & Confusing Labeling Amendment to the Agriculture Reform, Food and Jobs Act of 2012
June 21 2012
Senators Sanders and Boxer have introduced an amendment that will result in costly and extreme food labeling requirements. Senate...
The Farm Bill: BIO Opposes the Sanders-Boxer Amendment
June 21 2012
The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO), which represents more than 1,100 biotechnology companies, academic institutions, state...
More than Myriad: Gene Patent Discussion Must Not Forget Industrial, Environmental, Food and Agricultural Biotech
June 11 2012
On behalf of the 23 undersigned industrial, environmental, food and agricultural biotechnology companies, we write to express our...
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Press Releases

Farmers Increasingly Favor Biotech Crops
February 20 2013
Adoption of agricultural biotechnology increased six percent over past year as developing countries play leading role...
FDA Delay of Salmon Approval is a Blow to Science and Business
February 13 2013
  Now is not the time to gut job-creating investments in science and innovation The U.S. Food and Drug...
BIO and ASTA Welcome Continued Support for the Accord
January 15 2013
Washington, D.C. — The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) and the American Seed Trade Association (ASTA...
BIO Applauds FDA Action on GE Salmon
December 21 2012
WASHINGTON, D.C. (December 21, 2012) – Today, as part of its rigorous, scientific regulatory review governing...
The Accord: Generic Event Marketability and Access Agreement Is Now Effective
November 15 2012
Washington, D.C. (November 15, 2012) – The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) and the American Seed...
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