World food prices fall again in June, UN says
FAO says the higher forecast is almost entirely driven by better prospects for global wheat production, with the forecast lifted by 0.9% to 783.3 million tonnes.
World food prices rise for first time in a year
Reports say the April rise reflected higher prices for sugar, meat and rice, which offset declines in the cereals, dairy and vegetable oil price indices.
World food prices fall for 12th month running in March
A combination of ample supplies, subdued import demand and the extension of a deal allowing the export of Ukrainian grain via the Black Sea contributed to the drop, the Food and Agriculture Organization says.
World food prices decline for 10th month running in January, says FAO
Falls in the prices of vegetable oils, dairy and sugar helped pull down the index, while cereals and meat remained largely stable, the FAO said.
World food prices hit 10-year peak, says UN agency
The Rome-based Food and Agriculture Organization projects a record global cereal production in 2021, but says this will be outpaced by forecast consumption.
Kenya braces for second wave – of ravenous locusts
The unstoppable, voracious swarms destroy all crops and pasture in their path, exacerbating food shortages.
