The United Nations says global food prices in March jumped 13%. The index reflected the war in Ukraine, which the Food and Ag Organization says is affecting food security around the world.
The Chief Economist shares their efforts to support farmers during this time of need.
The FAO says more than 166 million people are chronically undernourished, and three billion people do not have access to healthy diets. The war in Ukraine will increase those numbers.
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