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nbcnews.comU.N. World Food Programme reports funding shortfall and multiple crises
Cindy McCain, executive director of the U.N. World Food Programme, said the agency has received only half the funding needed for 2026. She described simultaneous emergencies in Congo, Sudan, Iran, and Gaza.
ForbesU.S. Ended USAID Funding for Caribbean Agriculture and Climate Projects in 2025
The termination of USAID programs one year ago left multiple Caribbean agricultural and climate initiatives without funding. Several projects had aimed to improve farmer training, food access, and resilience to weather events across eight countries.
RealClearPoliticsCuba Faces Extended Power Outages and Food Shortages
Cubans report prolonged blackouts and limited food supplies amid an ongoing economic downturn. The situation has prompted public expressions of hardship in multiple regions.
winnipegfreepress.comNew York Fed Survey Finds Higher Food Insecurity Than in 2020
A Federal Reserve Bank of New York survey shows more U.S. households reporting food insecurity now than during the 2020 pandemic period. The data also indicate increased use of savings and meal skipping.
680news.comNigeria Sheep Prices Rise Ahead of Eid al-Adha
Traders at Nigerian livestock markets report higher ram prices this year. Human rights advocate Sadaatu Madaki links the increase to insecurity and supply disruptions. The changes affect household purchases for the Eid holiday.
mg.co.zaSouth Africa Human Rights Commission Examines National Food Systems
The commission held an inquiry into food production and access. Testimony indicated that national output meets population needs while malnutrition deaths and food insecurity persist.
middleeasteye.netStrait of Hormuz Closure Disrupts Middle East Fertilizer Exports
The closure has halved Saudi fertilizer shipments and halted sulfur and phosphate exports from other Middle East producers. Fertilizer producers have cut output, causing price increases. OCP Group has warned of supply shortfalls.
Al-MonitorSudan Farmers Cite Higher Fuel and Fertilizer Costs Ahead of Planting Season
Sudanese farmers report that rising global fuel and fertilizer prices tied to the Iran conflict will reduce planting this summer. The changes come as the country already faces widespread hunger linked to its ongoing civil war.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewYemen family eats tree leaves after food aid ends
A displaced family in southern Yemen has resorted to eating boiled tree leaves after World Food Programme assistance stopped more than six months ago. The household of ten lives in a makeshift tent in Al-Manij camp near Taez.
ecns.cnUN Agency Reports Fertilizer Shortage Risks Global Food Crisis
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations stated that the war in Iran is restricting fertilizer supplies. Chief Economist Maximo Torero said a severe global food crisis could occur within a year.
motherjones.comWFP Airdrops Deliver Food to Flood- and Conflict-Cut Areas in South Sudan
The World Food Programme is conducting airdrops to reach communities isolated by flooding and fighting. Thousands of residents have been displaced and face severe food shortages.
sana.syGaza food aid shipments drop as costs increase
Higher food prices linked to the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran have created funding shortfalls for aid programs in Gaza. Organizations have cut deliveries as expenses exceed available budgets.
ai-cio.comIran Conflict Expected to Affect Global Trade and Economies in Multiple Stages
Al Jazeera reported that disruptions from the Iran conflict will extend beyond immediate energy price increases. The effects are projected to reach food prices, manufacturing costs, and political stability in multiple regions over several years.
BBC NewsAfghan Families Face Hunger as Aid Cuts and Drought Worsen
Three in four Afghans cannot meet basic needs, according to United Nations figures. Unemployment has left many households without steady income while aid inflows have fallen sharply.
rte.ieStudy Links USAID Aid Cuts to Increased Conflict in Africa
A new study published May 14 in the journal Science examined the effects of the U.S. Agency for International Development shutdown on conflict levels across Africa. Researchers analyzed data from 870 subnational regions that had received varying levels of USAID support.
Al JazeeraFertiliser Shortages Prompt Calls for Agroecology in Africa
The US-Israel conflict with Iran has restricted fertiliser shipments through the Strait of Hormuz, raising concerns about food production in Africa. Development banks have urged measures to secure fertiliser supplies for the continent.
jpost.comNavy Supply Command Leaders Volunteer at Feeding San Diego Facility
Service members from the 2026 NAVSUP Commander’s Conference sorted, weighed, packaged and labeled thousands of pounds of surplus food at the Feeding San Diego nonprofit in San Diego, California, on May 5, 2026. The volunteer effort directly supports distribution to hungry San Die…
webpronews.comCindy McCain to Step Down as World Food Programme Executive Director
The head of the UN World Food Programme is leaving her post after three years as the number of people at risk of acute hunger rose to 363 million this year. McCain cited budget cuts from the U.S., EU and other regions amid rising conflict and climate change. President Trump told…
ibtimes.co.ukUN FAO Official Urges Countries to Prioritize Plant Biosecurity
The director of the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization called on countries to treat plant biosecurity as a top priority. The official recommended a whole-of-government and whole-of-society approach backed by regulations, awareness efforts and enforcement. The statem…
The Japan TimesJapanese Local Governments Recover Small Amounts of Phosphorus from Sewage Sludge for Fertilizer
Eight prefectural and municipal governments operated 11 phosphorus recovery facilities by the end of fiscal 2025 as Japan seeks to cut reliance on imported fertilizer. Tokyo and Fukuoka have launched new systems, with the capital planning nationwide distribution from fiscal 2026.…
The IndependentSudan Farmers Face Rising Costs From Middle East Conflict
Sudanese farmers already displaced by three years of domestic war are now confronting higher fuel and fertilizer prices triggered by disruptions in the Middle East. The increases have led some to cut planted areas in half or skip planting entirely as the country faces acute hunge…
RapplerASEAN Summit Begins in Cebu on May 6, Focusing on Oil Supply, Food Security, and Energy Challenges
The 48th ASEAN Summit will convene in Cebu from May 6 to 8, drawing over 20,000 delegates from 11 member countries. Discussions will prioritize oil supply, food security, and migrant worker welfare amid rising energy costs from recent Middle East conflicts. Experts urge emphasis…
asiaone.comIran Closes Strait of Hormuz
The blockade of the Strait of Hormuz following President Trump's assault on Iran has disrupted global fertilizer supplies, threatening food production worldwide. Fertilizer prices have surged, with experts warning of potential famine and social unrest. Efforts are underway to est…
thehindu.comIran Closes Strait of Hormuz
Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, amid ongoing conflict, has led to shortages in global fertilizer supplies, prompting German producers to increase output. Energy price surges are offsetting gains for companies like SKW, while farmers face higher costs without passing them…
EuronewsIran Conflict Raises Natural Gas, Fertilizer and Food Prices
The ongoing Iran war has severed vital export routes and spiked natural gas prices, squeezing fertilizer affordability to a four-year low and threatening international food security. European ministers urge intervention to protect 2026 grain harvests, while Asia and the Global So…
civileats.comCongress Passes Amendment Creating Dedicated USDA Office of Seafood
Congress has passed an amendment to establish the first dedicated Office of Seafood within the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The move addresses long-standing exclusions of domestic fishermen and shrimpers from federal programs available to farmers. It aims to enhance food secur…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewNorth Korea Dispatches Officials and Supplies to Address Drought Ahead of Rice Planting Season
North Korea is intensifying measures to protect crops from an unusually severe drought as the rice planting season approaches. State media reported nationwide projects, including official inspections and supply distributions. The country has faced ongoing food shortages, remainin…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewPhilippine Agriculture Secretary Predicts Rice Price Rise to P62 per Kilo by September
The Philippine Department of Agriculture anticipates rice prices could reach P60 to P62 per kilo by September due to high fertilizer costs. An alternative involves using biofertilizers developed at the University of the Philippines Los Baños. Current prices in the National Capita…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewZimbabwe Sets 662,500-Tonne Wheat Target for 2026, Exceeding Annual Needs of 615,000 Tonnes
Zimbabwe has set a wheat production goal of 662,500 tonnes for 2026, exceeding its yearly requirement of 615,000 tonnes. The plan includes monitoring key inputs and supporting farmers amid reported challenges like payment delays and rising costs. A new $200 million fertilizer pla…
insightsonindia.comIran Advances Hormuz Management Plan Amid Stalled UN Fertilizer Initiative
Iran's parliament is pushing a plan to manage the Strait of Hormuz, including collecting transit fees in rials. A member of the national security commission stated that nuclear materials are distributed across various locations, not limited to Isfahan. A UN plan aimed at facilita…
SemaforIRC CEO: War Disrupts Aid Amid 122 Million Displaced Globally
David Miliband, CEO of the International Rescue Committee, told Semafor that the war could not have come at a worse time amid existing displacement and food crises. He highlighted a 50% cut in humanitarian aid, equating to $40 billion removed from the world's poorest people. Supp…
thehindubusinessline.comSmallholder Farmers Face Challenges in Accessing Affordable Crop Nutrients and Diesel Fuel
Tens of millions of smallholder farmers worldwide are encountering difficulties in obtaining affordable crop nutrients and diesel fuel for agricultural equipment. These shortages affect operations of tractors, irrigation pumps, and rice planters. The situation impacts food produc…
MintyFresh201 / Wikimedia (CC0)Rising Fertilizer Costs Pose Fiscal Challenges for Governments Subsidizing Usage in Developing Asian Countries
A recent increase in fertilizer costs has not led to food security issues in many nations, including developing Asian countries. Instead, it creates fiscal pressures on governments that subsidize fertilizer consumption. This situation highlights the distinction between food produ…
mg.co.zaGlobal Food Prices Show Limited Increase in 2026 Compared to 2022 Ukraine Invasion Impact
Concerns have emerged about potential food price spikes in 2026, drawing parallels to the 2022 surge following Russia's invasion of Ukraine and rising fertilizer costs. According to Javier Blas, the current situation does not appear as severe as in 2022. Factors such as ongoing g…