Benefits of Using First-Generation Biomass for Food, Fuels, Chemicals and Derived Materials in Europe (PDF)

Key messages – Benefits of using first-generation biomass for food, fuels, chemicals and derived materials

First-generation biomass in non-food applications increases food security.
Using first-generation biomass for non-food applications strengthens food security by increasing overall availability of feedstock and market stability. At the same time, it also delivers valuable protein-rich by-products addressing the most critical needs for human and animal nutrition. The ability to shift crops between the food, feed, and industrial markets enables the EU and market players to respond swiftly to changes in demand and mitigate the risks associated with supply chain disruptions. Most importantly, using first-generation biomass for non-food applications offers a fast and economical way to set up and ensure an emergency food reserve.

• First-generation biomass in non-food applications enhances a resilient and competitive EU agriculture
• First-generation biomass in non-food applications supports climate change mitigation
• First-generation biomass in non-food applications supports biodiversity protection
• High-tech agriculture further enhances the benefits of first-generation biomass.

DOI No.: https://doi.org/10.52548/GCJC4981

Authors

Christopher vom Berg, nova-Institute, Executive Manager of RCI, Michael Carus, Executive Manager of RCI and Founder and CEO of nova-Institute, Kaj Seeger, nova-Institute, Expert for Policy and Strategy

Date of publication

Sep 2025

Pages

16

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File type

PDF

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695

Topics

Policy, Sustainability & Health

Renewable Carbon Types

Bio-based