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World Bank says corn is for eating.

April 22, 2008

Increased bio-fuel production has contributed to the rise in food prices, according a new report from the World Bank. Concerns over oil prices, energy security and climate change have prompted governments to increase bio-fuel production and use leading to greater demand for raw materials including: wheat, soy, maize and palm oil.
“Poor people are suffering daily [...]