As Executive Director of BioChecked™, an organization dedicated to promoting transparency, integrity, and natural integrity in our food supply, I feel compelled to address President Trump’s recent executive order invoking the Defense Production Act to protect the supply of glyphosate and elemental phosphorus a key precursor in the production of glyphosate-based herbicides like Roundup. While I respect the administration’s intent to safeguard national security interests, including military applications and agricultural output, this decision raises significant concerns about priorities in our food system and the influence of powerful industries.
Let’s be clear: President Trump has a track record of supporting initiatives backed by major pharmaceutical and industrial players, including his endorsement of the COVID vaccines—a stance he has yet to publicly reconsider. The pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors wield immense power globally, often prioritizing profits over long-term health and environmental impacts. Glyphosate is not a natural substance; it is a synthetic chemical engineered in labs, not derived from nature. Its widespread use in U.S. agriculture, as highlighted in the executive order, may bolster short-term crop yields and food security, but it comes at a potential high cost that cannot be ignored. Just because its effects aren’t always visible to the naked eye doesn’t mean they aren’t real or harmful—mounting evidence points to risks for soil health, biodiversity, and human well-being.
This move reinforces my personal conviction that external influences may be guiding policy in ways that overlook sustainable alternatives. As someone with deep roots in farming and ranching—heritage that runs through my DNA—I stand firmly on the side of nature. Trump, as an industrialist and builder, brings valuable perspectives to many issues, and it’s possible to agree on some fronts while diverging on others. However, protecting a chemical like glyphosate under the guise of national defense feels like a misalignment, especially when our nation has only one domestic phosphorus producer and relies heavily on imports, as noted in the order. I would also highlight it come in the middle of Bayer’s billions of dollars settlement for victims of Glyphosate injury.
Ultimately, what we put on our plates and into our bodies is a matter of personal choice. Americans deserve options, and I’m heartened by the expanding network of farmers, producers, and consumers who share BioChecked™’s commitment to non-GMO, organic, and regenerative practices. These approaches not only honor nature but also build resilient supply chains without relying on synthetic interventions. We at BioChecked™ will continue advocating for transparency and empowering informed decisions, ensuring that true food freedom thrives regardless of policy shifts.
For those interested in exploring Non Glyphosate alternatives, I encourage visiting our resources at BioChecked.com to learn more about certified natural options that protect both our heritage and our health.
~ Scott Prentice, Founder and Executive Director
Kennedy’s Official Response of Support for Trump’s Executive Order
