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UN Agency Warns of Severe Global Food Crisis

Published Saturday, May 23, 2026 · Updated May 24

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Maximo Torero, the Chief Economist at the UN's Food and Agriculture Organization, has issued a warning that the world could face a severe global food crisis within the next year. This potential crisis is attributed primarily to the ongoing conflict in Iran, which is significantly affecting the global supply of fertilizer.

What We Know — Key Points

  • Maximo Torero is Chief Economist at The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations.
  • A severe global food crisis could occur within a year, primarily due to the war in Iran impacting fertilizer supply.

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    The Chief Economist at the UN's Food and Agriculture Organization warns that a severe global food crisis could occur within a year due to the war in Iran impacting fertilizer supply.

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