UN Warns Monster El Niño Could Spike Hunger by 49 Million
#ElNi #FoodSecurityUN warns a monster El Niño could push 49 million more into acute hunger, raising global food insecurity to 274 million across 45 countries, with Central America and Southern Africa hardest hit. ño read more
Investing in women farmers could boost GDP by $1 trillion
#WomenFarmers #FoodSecurityInvesting in women farmers boosts food security and climate resilience globally. They produce 80% of food in lower-income countries yet face exclusion. Closing the gender gap could raise GDP by $1 trillion and reduce hunger for millions. read more
Wyoming Governor Funds Child Food Aid Via Executive Order
#Wyoming #FoodSecurityWyoming Gov. Mark Gordon bypassed the legislature to fund the SUN Bucks summer food program for children via executive order. The state had previously opted out of the federal benefit. The program provides $120 per child for groceries during summer months. read more
Hormuz Blockade Threatens Global Food Supply
#FoodSecurity #GlobalTradeThe Strait of Hormuz closure blocks a third of global fertilizer shipments, threatening crop yields. This will reduce corn and wheat supplies, driving up global food prices and increasing costs for meat and processed foods. read more
Yellow Line Severs Gazas Agricultural Heartland
#GazaCrisis #FoodSecurityIsraeli forces have established a 'yellow line' in Gaza, blocking farmers from accessing 94% of agricultural land. This de facto border has devastated the territory's food self-sufficiency, turning fertile areas into military zones and exacerbating starvation. read more
Fertilizer Shock Threatens Global Food Supply
#FoodSecurity #GeopoliticsA Strait of Hormuz closure threatens global food security more than oil. A third of traded urea fertilizer passes through, and production relies on Gulf natural gas. Disrupted shipments could cause fertilizer shortages, crop yield declines, and severe food inflation. read more
#ForeverChemicals #FoodSecurity
Australian scientists warn toxic PFOS "forever chemicals" accumulate in honeybees, reducing body weight and potentially harming royal jelly production. This threatens colony health, crop pollination, and global food security due to persistent environmental contamination. read more
Strait of Hormuz Threatens Global Food Supply
#FoodSecurity #HormuzStraitA Hormuz closure threatens global food security more than oil. A third of traded urea fertilizer passes through, and production relies on Gulf gas. Disruption could slash crop yields, spiking food prices and risking widespread hunger. read more
Rogue Food Unites: Non-profit helps farm workers facing food insecurity
#FoodSecurity #OregonBenefitsBillOregon's Rogue Food Unites helps farm workers affected by wildfires through a farmers market offering free food without questions on immigration status. Advocates are pushing for change, aiming to expand benefits for all Oregonians, including those excluded due to immigration status. read more