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Global crop problems point to years of high food prices

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Simultaneous agriculture disruption could lead to food insecurity, experts warn

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Simultaneous agriculture disruption could lead to years of global food insecurity, warn experts.  War, mild weather and global crop problems mean the world is facing unprecedented hunger crisis, with a risk of multiple famines this year and a worse situation in 2023.

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UN calls for ‘transformation’ of agriculture amid fears of global food crisis

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Significant concerns that Ukraine war will cause a global food crisis

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Ukraine is often called ‘the bread basket of the world’ and together, Russia and Ukraine produce 30 percent of the global wheat supply. Exports have ground to a halt and important southern ports are closed, sparking concerns for global food supplies and an acute risk of food shortages.

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Agriculture in transition

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COP26 saw a welcome recognition of the importance of nature and its relationship to climate change
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COP26 saw a welcome recognition of the importance of nature and its relationship to climate change. One of the biggest discussion points at the conference was the global food system. How can it be more sustainable? What impact will extreme weather and disrupted supply chains have?

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British food popularity soars

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British food popularity soars
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British food popularity soars. More British consumers want to eat locally-grown food. 73% of the public now look for British food when shopping. A new poll by OnePoll indicates huge popularity for British food.  British consumers also back strong food standards.

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Mentorship scheme to match UK farmers and food producers

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New mentoring programme to represent farmers and producers from across the UK

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A new UK mentorship scheme will match experience food exporters with those looking to export for the first time. Led by the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) and the National Farmers Union (NFU), the scheme will provide practical help for first-time exporters.

Change to trade tariffs and new trade deals are thought to provide a huge opportunity for UK food exports to new markets.

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