Congressional Hearing on Agricultural Biotechnology Advancements
January 1, 2022
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The Frame
The hearing serves as a formal record of expert testimony that informs future federal agricultural policy, research funding priorities, and regulatory frameworks for biotech-enhanced crops and livestock.
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Agricultural biotechnology companies
These entities are subject to federal regulatory and research policies discussed during the hearing.
Farmers and agricultural producers
The adoption of new biotechnological tools and regulatory changes directly impacts their production methods and available technologies.
Last recorded activity January 1, 2022.
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Summary
Key Facts
- The hearing was held on October 26, 2021, by the House Subcommittee on Livestock and Foreign Agriculture and the Subcommittee on Biotechnology, Horticulture, and Research.
- The session focused on 21st-century advancements in agricultural biotechnology and their practical applications.
- Testimony was provided by experts from the American Seed Trade Association, Genus plc, Futurity, and Washington State University.
- The record includes submitted letters from the Biotechnology Innovation Organization and the Agricultural Retailers Association.
- The hearing is documented as Serial No. 117-19 of the 117th Congress.
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Why It Matters
The hearing serves as a formal record of expert testimony that informs future federal agricultural policy, research funding priorities, and regulatory frameworks for biotech-enhanced crops and livestock.
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Focus on 21st Century Biotech
The hearing highlights a shift in legislative focus toward integrating advanced genomic research into standard agricultural practices.
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