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How does the increase in corn use for ethanol affect the food supply?

April 26, 2017affect Corn ethanol food increase supply

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How does the increase in corn use for ethanol affect the food supply?

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The National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) reports corn yields will continue to increase because of biotechnology and improved cropping practices ensuring an adequate supply of corn for all markets. In addition to fuel, the ethanol process creates livestock feed and food products. The ethanol process removes only starch, not protein from the food and feed market.