The State of Food and Agriculture 2008 : Biofuels: Prospects, Risks and Opportunities

Can biofuels help achieve energy security, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, promote rural development?

Do biofuels threaten land, water, biodiversity, and food security?

The State of Food and Agriculture 2008 surveys the current status of the biofuel debate, exploring implications for food security, the environment and agricultural development in developing countries.