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Global hunger affects 645 million people as UN warns conflicts and climate threats could reverse progress

Around 645 million people worldwide experienced hunger last year, representing 7.8% of the global population, according to a new report from the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). While the figures show a modest improvement compared with the peak of the post-pandemic crisis, international......

Hormuz shipping paralysis blocks a third of global fertilizer trade as food crisis deepens

Four weeks into the war between the United States, Israel and Iran, the near-total paralysis of the Strait of Hormuz has blocked one third of global seaborne fertilizer trade, triggering a price surge and prompting the United Nations to warn of a "systemic shock" to global food systems as planting......

FAO warns Iran war is triggering one of the fastest global food disruptions in years

The war in Iran, now entering its second month, is sending cascading economic shockwaves across Southeast Asia, where surging energy costs are rapidly translating into food insecurity and social unrest. The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization warned Thursday that the conflict in the Persian......

Global food prices show slight increase in February

Global food prices experienced a slight increase in February, according to the latest data from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations. The FAO food price index reached 125.3 points, marking a 0.9% rise compared to its revised January value, though still 1.0% lower than the......

Morocco strengthens regional solidarity with pesticide donation to Mauritania

Morocco has provided 100,000 liters of pesticides to Mauritania to bolster its fight against desert locust swarms, which threaten agricultural and pastoral resources. The handover took place near Nouakchott, highlighting the strong cooperation between the two nations across various sectors. Representatives......

Morocco’s International Date Festival highlights water resilience and oasis preservation

Morocco’s 14th International Date Festival has opened in the southern city of Erfoud, bringing renewed attention to the challenges of water scarcity and the preservation of the country’s traditional oasis systems. Running from October 29 to November 2, this year’s edition focuses on......

Morocco secures second term on UN food agency council

Morocco has been re-elected to the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) Council, extending its membership until 2029. The decision was announced during the 44th FAO Conference held in Rome from June 28 to July 4. The North African nation, represented by Ambassador Youssef Balla, Morocco’s......

The rising concerns over the health risks of supplements

As the pursuit of well-being increasingly shapes dietary choices, dietary supplements and functional foods are becoming an integral part of modern nutrition. The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) report, titled “Food Safety and Personalized Nutrition: A Spotlight on Dietary......

Morocco's Rise as a Leading Fruit and Vegetable Exporter

Morocco has established itself as a formidable player in the global fruit and vegetable export market, recently recognized by EastFruit as one of the three fastest-growing agricultural exporters worldwide. In contrast to other nations grappling with climate challenges, Morocco’s innovative agricultural......