Farm Quote by Dick Durbin
“Where would Monsanto be without the U.S. farm program and world-class research labs?”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Senate Agriculture Committee Hearing, 2020
Monsanto’s success is heavily dependent on U.S. agricultural subsidies and advanced research infrastructure, highlighting the role of public support in private biotech growth.
In simple terms: Public funding and labs are crucial for biotech companies.
Support robust public research and fair subsidy policies.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- Farm subsidy debates
- research funding allocations
- biotech regulation
- international trade negotiations
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Should subsidies be tied to public benefit criteria?
- How can transparency be ensured in research collaborations?
Potential conflicts of interest between public funds and private profit.