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Farmers, consumers, and the environment benefit every day from agricultural biotechnology. Farmers enjoy increased income and productivity. Consumers enjoy healthy, safe, and abundant food. The environment benefits from decreased pesticide applications and carbon emissions. Three federal agencies ensure these crops and foods are as safe for consumption and the environment as other products on the market. In the 12 years that biotech crops have been commercially grown, there has not been a single documented case of an ecosystem disrupted or a person made ill by these foods.
From the beginning, the biotechnology industry has been committed to the responsible use of this technology. Over the past 14 years, technology providers have completed well over 40,000 field trials covered under more than 9,000 permits. While a strong federal regulatory system oversees plant biotechnology, BIO believes that industry stewardship is an essential element in a partnership between government and the private sector. It's simple: to maintain stakeholder and consumer confidence, industry must ensure compliance with science-based regulations, and demonstrate responsible use and accountability.
Good Stewardship Practices Demonstrate Industry Commitment to Responsible Use of Technology
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CACCP Plan for PMPs and PMIPs
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Compliance Training
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Compliance During Field Trials
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Glossary of Biotechnology Regulation and Compliance Terminology
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Insect Resistance Management
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Maintaining Seed Quality
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Product Launch Stewardship Policy (May 21, 2007)
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