AMI Foundation Praises Presidential Report Calling for Expanded Agricultural Research

Washington, DC – AMI Foundation President James H. Hodges today praised a report from the Presidential Council on Science and Technology (PCAST) calling for expanded investment in agriculture science and technology, including a $700 million federal increase in federal agriculture research funding.

In response to today’s announcement, Hodges said, “We are gratified that PCAST has recognized the essential nature of agriculture science and technology investments. If we are to stay competitive and meet future challenges, we simply must follow through on PCAST’s recommendation to increase research funding.”

Earlier this year, Hodges told the PCAST that additional funding for agriculture research was “absolutely critical.”

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