About the Global Farmer Statement

The Global Farmer Statement on Plant Breeding Innovation was developed so that farm organizations around the world could express their shared view that farmers need access to the tremendous potential of the latest plant breeding methods.

Why our voice matters

As farmers, we rely on plant breeding innovation to help feed the growing world population, adapt to climate change and be good stewards of our land. Our real-world experience provides essential insights into how plant breeding innovation can help overcome many challenges standing in the way of these goals. When we succeed, communities and economies can thrive.

Why a global view is needed

Food security is a worldwide challenge requiring global cooperation. When policies are aligned, food can be grown and traded more efficiently. Buyers and sellers can trade more predictably and new technologies can be commercialized without unnecessary delays.

Our mutual success starts with a shared understanding of the challenges on the farm and the solutions made possible by plant breeding innovation.

Who we are

The Global Farmer Statement on Plant Breeding Innovation has been endorsed by organizations representing hundreds of thousands of farmers around the world. Contact us if your organization would like to join our coalition.