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Animal feed, which is a result of biofuel production, must therefore be considered as a valuable by-product. If less biodiesel and bioethanol are produced in Europe, as some NGOs are demanding, the EU would also have to import more soybean meal. In addition, increased biofuel production in the EU relieves land pressures in non-EU countries and helps to combat deforestation of tropical rainforests. Cuts in biofuel production would consequently increase the EU's dependency on feed and lead to biodiversity loss.The food vs. fuel debate is misguided and politicians should put an end to it," Mr Pesonen concluded.