NEW BIOTECH REGULATIONS PROPOSED –

USDA is updating its biotech rules for the first time in more than 30 years. Undersecretary Greg Ibach says the SECURE Plant Innovation Rule could allow for shorter approvals on some products. “We think it strikes a great balance between efficiency as well as ensuring that consumers can feel that we have a secure and appropriate regulatory oversight mechanism in place.” The proposed rule is currently open for public comment. (Brownfield)