May 14, 2026 

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Plant Based Products Council (PBPC) today concluded its 2026 Ag Bioeconomy Policy Summit, bringing together more than 60 attendees representing dozens of organizations from across the U.S. bioeconomy to advocate for policies that strengthen domestic biomanufacturing, expand markets for agricultural feedstocks, and advance America’s leadership in plant-based products innovation.

Over the course of the summit, PBPC members and partners held more than 20 meetings on Capitol Hill with lawmakers and congressional staff to discuss the urgent need for continued federal investment in the nation’s growing ag bioeconomy — including support for the USDA BioPreferred Program and key Farm Read More >

May 13, 2026

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Plant Based Products Council (PBPC) this week honored Sens. Joni Ernst (R-IA) and Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Reps. Nikki Budzinski (D-IL) and Mark Messmer (R-IL) with its inaugural Congressional Bioeconomy Champion Awards in recognition of their bipartisan leadership advancing America’s growing ag bioeconomy and championing policies that support biobased manufacturing, rural economic development, and domestic innovation.

The awards were presented during the 2026 PBPC Ag Bioeconomy Policy Summit in Washington, where industry leaders from across the plant-based products value chain gathered to advocate for policies that strengthen the U.S. ag bioeconomy and Read More >

April 30, 2026

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Plant Based Products Council Executive Director James Glueck released the following statement on the bipartisan vote in support of the .  

“We appreciate the hard work of Agriculture Committee Chairman G.T. Thompson and other members of the U.S. House of Representatives to ensure continued momentum for this strong, bipartisan bill,” said Glueck. “The includes critical support for the future of U.S. biomanufacturing, ensuring American farmers and rural communities can benefit from the innovation that is turning homegrown agriculture commodities into a broad range of high-demand biobased products. We are encouraged by today’s bipartisan vote and urge the Senate to continue Read More >

March 31, 2026

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Plant Based Products Council Executive Director James Glueck released a statement following the introduction of the , bipartisan legislation from Reps. Michelle Fischbach (R-MN) and Nikki Budzinski (D-IL) that would provide incentives to promote infrastructure development for the promising American plant-based products industry.

“America’s farmers and innovators are uniquely positioned to lead the next generation of renewable materials and domestic manufacturing. This legislation helps unlock that potential by supporting investment in U.S. biomanufacturing facilities producing plant-based products from a range of agricultural commodities. These products reduce reliance on fossil resources, strengthen critical Read More >

March 23, 2026

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Plant Based Products Council (PBPC) today joined a collection of 35 food and agriculture trade associations to release the 2026 Feeding the Economy report, which shows that America’s food and agriculture industries generate more than $10.4 trillion in economic activity and support nearly 49 million jobs across the United States.

The report demonstrates that agriculture remains one of the most powerful economic engines in the United States, responsible for nearly 20% of total U.S. economic output and about one in five American jobs. Those jobs include professionals working in the U.S. ag bioeconomy, Read More >

March 5, 2026

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Plant Based Products Council Executive Director James Glueck released the following statement after the bipartisan vote to advance the through the House Agriculture Committee. The bill, which passed on a 34-17 vote, includes important provisions from the and the .

“The makes critical investments in U.S. biomanufacturing competitiveness, supporting stable markets for American farmers while bolstering our national security,” said Glueck. “The Committee’s action to advance a bipartisan Farm Bill marks meaningful progress in growing a stronger U.S. bioeconomy. By supporting domestic biomanufacturing, expanding markets for biobased products, and reinforcing key USDA Read More >

Feb. 25, 2026

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Plant Based Products Council (PBPC) today announced that Gunnar Griggs-Bell has joined the organization as Manager of Government Relations. In this role, Griggs-Bell will support the development and execution of strategic advocacy initiatives to advance federal policy priorities for stakeholders across the value chain, including companies manufacturing and using plant-based products such as bioplastics, renewable chemicals, packaging, and compostable foodservice ware.

“Gunnar brings an exceptional background in agricultural policy that will be instrumental as we continue to elevate the voice of the plant-based products industry on Capitol Hill and with federal agencies,” Read More >

Feb. 13, 2026

WASHINGTON, D.C.– Plant Based Products Council Executive Director James Glueck released the following statement on the release of the , 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 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 Read More >