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Agricultural Biotechnology is Helping Farmers Grow Food Sustainably
Biotechnology Makes Agriculture More Earth-Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions On Agricultural Biotechnology

Agricultural biotechnology is an advanced technology that allows plant breeders to make precise genetic changes to impart beneficial traits to the crop plants we rely on for food and fiber.

Healing, Fueling, Feeding: How Biotechnology Is Enriching Your Life.

Biotechnology is all around us and is already a big part of our lives, providing breakthrough products and technologies to combat disease, reduce our environmental footprint, feed the hungry, and make useful products.

A Look at the State-Level Food and Ag Legislative Horizon

This year, 45 states’ and Puerto Rico’s legislatures will be in session – and BIO will be keeping an eye on all of them for proposed measures that may impact this broad industry.

Biotechnology: Toward a Sustainable Future

Sustainable development is no small undertaking for international companies looking to meet today’s energy, food and environmental needs without compromising the Earth’s resources or its future. The innovative solution these corporate leaders are turning to is biotechnology, whether it’s to augment agricultural productivity, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, create an innovative disease therapy or diminish the use of pesticides.

Dispelling Myths: Biotech and Organic Crops Can Coexist

Sometimes a clarification is in order. Such was the case in December, when Brian O’Connor, BIO’s manager of state government relations, testified at a hearing before the Maine Department of Agriculture.

The Science of Green: Leading the Sustainability Charge

Biomass companies want to stay one step ahead. The industry aims to develop a voluntary sustainability standard and certification program for biomass growers and energy producers — well before the market for such products fully develops.

Sowing Rewards: Benefits of Biotech Crops

A controversial report on genetically engineered crops claims farmers are increasingly critical of these crops. But is it really so?

BioBytes: Biotechnology and Drought Resistant Crops

Dr. Targan explains how biotechnology is working to create drought resistant crops.

BioBytes 110 - Increased Nutritional Value in Food through Biotechnology

Trying to eat a healthier diet? Dr. Targan explains how biotechnology is helping to improve the nutritional value of our food.

The Sustainability of Biotechnology
Agricultural Biotechnology – Providing Economic and Environmental Benefits
BIO09 kicks off first day with a focus on sustainability
Claus Stig Pedersen of Novozymes Discusses Sustainability

Letters, Testimony & Comments

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...
Glyphosate Tolerant H7-1 Sugar Beets Request: Environmental Impact
December 13 2011
These comments are submitted by the Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) in response to the United States Department of Agriculture...
Stewardship: Actions to be Taken Prior to Launching Special Traits
October 4 2010
Dear Secretary Vilsack: For the past 15 years, agricultural products derived from modern biotechnology have provided significant...
Agricultural Biotechnology’s Environmental Success Story
April 22 2009
Enhanced Sustainability and Reduced Environmental Footprint Agricultural biotechnology has helped enable large shifts in agronomic...
FDA Letter Opposing Oregon Measure 27
October 4 2002
Dear Governor Kitzhaber: This letter explains why FDA objects to the pending ballot initiative to require the mandatory labeling of...
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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...
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 FARRM Provisions to Streamline Ag Biotech Analysis
July 10 2012
Washington, D.C. (July 10, 2012) – The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) is expressing its strong...
USDA Under Secretary Dr. Catherine Woteki Will Preview Leadership Summit Discussion at BIO Convention Buzz Center
June 18 2012
  This BIO Buzz Center event will feature Dr. Catherine Woteki, USDA’s Under Secretary for Research,...
Agriculture and Science Groups Back Modern Technology to Meet Rapidly Growing Food Needs
June 7 2012
Letter Praises Administration’s Commitment to Innovation WASHINGTON, D.C. (June 7, 2012) – A host of...
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