Global food prices rise 1.9%, says UN body; highest since 2022 amid weather, war disruptions

Food prices worldwide hit the highest levels since late 2022 in August, fueled by unpredictable weather conditions and rising geopolitical conflicts.

These factors, coupled with interruptions to trade pathways, are raising alarms over the supply of vital commodities.

This troubling update was shared by the UN Food and Agriculture Organization on Friday, underscoring the increasing vulnerabilities of global food systems.

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Source attribution: Times of India – Business.

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