Food and Agriculture Organization

UN food agencies warn acute hunger will worsen in 13 global hotspots, including Sudan, South Sudan, Yemen, and Gaza, due to conflict, funding shortages, and climate shocks. The U.S. pledged $800 million to the World Food Program, but its $10 billion 2026 funding appeal remains underfunded.

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz is highlighted as a growing threat to global agriculture, with risks of fertilizer shortages disrupting crop yields and food prices. The Food and Agriculture Organization warns that a prolonged closure could trigger a severe food crisis within 6-12 months, affecting import-dependent nations and U.S. farmers.

The Middle Eastern conflict may cause food prices to surge, and certain items should be bought now to prepare. These items can last in the freezer for a limited time and batch cooking is recommended. The conflict's impact on food prices is expected to be significant.

Sudan's war has devastated its farming heartland, triggering an unprecedented hunger crisis, as revealed by satellite imagery data. The war has severely impacted Sudan's food production, leading to a severe hunger crisis. The situation is expected to worsen if the conflict continues.

A UN-backed report by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), World Food Programme (WFP), and the Lebanese government warns that over 1.24 million people in Lebanon are expected to face acute food insecurity at crisis levels or worse.

The FAO warns of a potential global food 'catastrophe' if the Strait of Hormuz remains disrupted, citing vulnerabilities in global agriculture to waterway blockages. Such disruptions risk escalating commodity prices and triggering food inflation worldwide.