Donau Soja is concerned about the European Commission's proposal to classify soybean oil as a high-risk raw material with indirect land-use change (iLUC) under the Renewable Energy Directive, which would hinder the positive development of European soya production. The organisation emphasizes the differences between European production systems and high-risk regions, highlighting the contribution of European soybean cultivation to crop diversification, soil health, and economic development.

The proposed measure could have negative impacts on European protein cultivation and competitiveness, potentially leading to a decline in European soya production and increased dependency on imported protein feed. Donau Soja urges the European Commission to introduce origin-based differentiation for soybean under the RED to safeguard the sustainability and economic viability of Europe's processing capacities. A balanced policy framework is essential to ensure that climate action does not weaken Europe's own sustainable agricultural production.