By Andi Anderson
Senator Chuck Grassley recently responded to concerns raised by the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Commission regarding the U.S. regulatory process for approving agricultural tools like pesticides.
He strongly defended the current system, emphasizing that it is widely respected around the world.
Grassley explained that the U.S. regulatory process sets the global standard for safety and approval of farming tools. If these standards are weakened, it could damage America’s global influence in agriculture and create unfair trade barriers.
“If you undermine our already strict and effective regulatory process, you undermine our global competitiveness,” he said.
The MAHA Commission’s recent report questions the safety and effectiveness of the existing pesticide approval system. However, Grassley believes that changing the current process would harm U.S. exports and reduce international investment in American agriculture.
He stressed that U.S. regulations for food and agriculture were developed alongside the industries they support. These systems helped create some of the most significant technological advancements in farming, contributing to global prosperity and food security.
Grassley urged policymakers and the public to recognize that over-regulation, rather than a lack of rules, often holds back economic growth.
He warned that moving away from U.S. regulatory standards would not only hurt farmers but also shift global trade practices away from American influence.
The senator concluded by encouraging continued support for the systems that help farmers access safe, effective tools. These systems play a vital role in maintaining high productivity and ensuring that the U.S. remains a leader in global agriculture.
By defending these standards, Grassley aims to preserve the strength and reputation of American farming for future generations.
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