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PBPC Praises Inclusion of Bipartisan Farm Bill Language to Grow Ag Bioeconomy
Feb. 13, 2026
WASHINGTON, D.C.– Plant Based Products Council Executive Director James Glueck released the following statement on the release of the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026, which reflects bipartisan priorities championed by the organization.
“American farmers already lead the world in productivity and sustainability, and it is critical that American manufacturers have the tools to lead the world in the development of a strong ag bioeconomy,” said Glueck. “Provisions included in the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 will provide strong markets for American producers, create new jobs, and protect American national security. We are grateful to PBPC’s bipartisan champions for their work on this important language and look forward to further collaboration to see these priorities signed into law.”
BACKGROUND
The Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 released by House Agriculture Committee Chair Glenn “GT” Thompson (R-PA) includes important provisions from the Biomanufacturing and Jobs Act and the Agricultural Biorefinery Innovation and Opportunity (Ag BIO) Act, two bipartisan bills endorsed by PBPC.
The Biomanufacturing and Jobs Act includes vital changes to strengthen USDA’s BioPreferred program, improve understanding and industry data across government, and establish uniform terminology for biobased product labeling to support the future growth of the plant-based products industry. The bill is supported by Committee Ranking Member Angie Craig (D-MN) and Reps. Mark Alford (R-MO), Kristen McDonald Rivet (D-MI), Mark Messmer (R-IN), Brad Finstad (R-MN), Ashley Hinson (R-IA), Jim Baird (R-IN), and Mike Flood (R-NE).
The Ag BIO Act makes critical investments in the future of bioeconomy infrastructure and development and streamlines existing lending authorities at USDA. Reps. Zach Nunn (R-IA), Nikki Budzinski (D-IL), and Sharice Davids (D-KS) support the legislation.
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About the Plant Based Products Council
The Plant Based Products Council is an association of like-minded organizations that are advocating for a shift toward a more circular bioeconomy through greater adoption of renewable, plant-based materials supported by appropriate end-of-life infrastructure. We educate stakeholders and advocate for programs and policies that will support the growth of the plant-based products industry, helping to harness its environmental and economic potential to deliver a more sustainable future. Learn more at www.pbpc.com.