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	U.S. Farmers Continue to Prefer Biotech Crop Varieties Jul 5 2011 Biotech crops require less tilling of the soil and fewer applications of insecticides. These practices promote environmental sustainability, reduce on-farm fuel use and increase profit margins for U.S. farms.
	Advanced Biofuels Can Contribute to Energy, National Security Under New Legislation Jun 30 2011 BIO thanks Sens. Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.), Tom Carper (D-Del.) and Michael Bennet (D-Colo.) for introducing legislation that would make algae and other second-generation biofuels eligible for the cellulosic biofuels production tax credit and create an optional investment tax credit.
	Majority of American Voters Believe the Federal Government Should Support Biotechnology Industry Jun 30 2011 National Survey Shows American Voters and Biotech Industry Aligned on Key Policy Priorities - Curing Disease and Improving Lives
	BioMalaysia 2011, Pacific Rim Summit To Highlight Partnering Opportunities for U.S. and Malaysian Highlight Biotech Companies Jun 30 2011 The event provides an opportunity to showcase industrial biotechnology innovation and developments from Asia and other emerging regions of the world.
	2011 BIO International Convention Closes in Washington, D.C. with Record Number of Partnering Meetings and Increased International Attendance Jun 30 2011 More than 15,000 biotechnology industry leaders and public officials gathered for networking, deal-making and high-level sessions.
	Brazil, Portugal and Czech Republic Among Growing Bio-Innovation Players Jun 29 2011 3rd annual Worldview Bio-Innovation Scorecard report released at 2011 BIO International Convention showcased the cutting-edge biotech developments shaping the socio-economic progress of countries worldwide
	Maryland Senator King Honored as BIO Legislator of the Year Jun 29 2011 BIO presents Maryland Sen. Nancy J. King (Democrat, District 39) with its 2011 Legislator of the Year Award. Senator King received the award in the Maryland pavilion at the 2011 BIO International Convention taking place in Washington, DC.
	BIO Unveils Strategic Initiative to Speed Scientific Breakthroughs, Develop Cures and Grow the Bio-Economy Jun 29 2011 “Unleashing the Promise of Biotechnology: Advancing American Innovation to Cure Disease and Save Lives” Provides Roadmap for Transformative Policy Changes
	BIO Endorses “Declaration Against Doping in Sport" Jun 28 2011 BIO announced its endorsement of the “Joint Declaration on Cooperation in the Fight against Doping in Sport” between the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) and the International Federation of Pharmaceutical Manufactures and Associations (IFPMA).
	BIO Elects New Chairman of the Board Jun 28 2011 BIO elects new Chairman of the Board and also announces the new 2011 - 2012 Executive Committee and Board Members.