The work is devoted to the study of the role of field practice in the preparation of biology teachers and the formation of research competence. The purpose of the work is to assess the importance of field practice in the preparation of future biology teachers for the formation of research competence. The work has data on the state of teachers of biology, the relationship between the achievement of teachers and students with elements of the preparation of future teachers. In the course of the work, methods of analyzing scientific data, conducting a survey and subsequent processing of the results were used. Data were obtained on experience, place of work, level of education and qualifications, achievements of teachers and students , as well as views on the field practice of biology teachers of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The data obtained allowed us to conclude that the research competencies of biology teachers are formed directly in the course of field training and laboratory work while studying at the university. Further achievements of teachers and students trained by these teachers are largely related to the competencies of teachers. The results and conclusions of this work can be used to update biology teacher training programs at universities, develop advanced training courses, and contain recommendations for improving the research competence of biology teachers.