#Food Security14

29 Apr 2026

Fall armyworm discovered in western Iran

Scientists confirmed fall armyworm in Lorestan, western Iran. The pest attacks maize and other crops; conflict in the region could slow detection and response. Experts advise early scouting and use of local biopesticides.

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23 Apr 2026

Middle East escalation raises global food insecurity

Experts warn that recent US–Iran fighting and disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz are raising oil prices and hitting fertiliser supplies. They say this will worsen hunger and prices and urge agroecology and local production.

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14 Apr 2026

Climate change reduces honey production in North Kivu

Climate change and droughts have reduced honey production around Butembo in North Kivu. Empty hives, fewer flowers and rising prices are hurting beekeepers and local food security.

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24 Mar 2026

Cameroon aims for rice self-sufficiency

Cameroon depends on rice imports and the government launched a rice self-sufficiency strategy in May 2023 with a large budget. Farmers welcome the plan but face problems like bad roads, low prices and poor storage.

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28 Dec 2025

Study Finds Hunger Is Underestimated in Aid Counts

A new study shows the IPC system often undercounts people in crisis. Researchers analysed many assessments and found a gap that could leave millions without needed humanitarian aid.

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24 Dec 2025

Crop losses threaten food security across Africa

Researchers say climate shocks, pests and diseases are increasing crop losses across Africa. Erratic rainfall, flooding and biological threats reduce yields, lower incomes and affect national food supplies and global commodity markets.

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15 Nov 2025

When Basic Needs Fail: How Local Shocks Become Wider Emergencies

From close experience in Turkey, the author shows how shortages in food, health and services turn into medical and social crises. Simple support like school meals, cash and cross‑city cooperation can reduce risks and costs.

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25 Jul 2025

Action still needed to end hunger and change food systems

Experts say stronger action is needed after the 2021 UN Food Systems Summit. They note progress in research and national plans, but rising conflicts, climate extremes and funding limits put progress at risk. A stocktake will take place in Ethiopia this month.

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10 Jun 2025

Namibia's Green Hydrogen Project for Desert Farming

Researchers in Namibia are creating a green hydrogen scheme for farming in the desert. This project aims to improve food security and promote renewable energy.

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4 Apr 2025

Rwandan farmers boost harvests with climate-resilient seeds

The Seed Resilience Project, launched in 2023, helps Rwandan small-scale farmers access climate-resilient seeds. Field trials have shown much higher vegetable yields and farmers report better income and resilience.

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28 Mar 2025

Project helps Namibian farmers grow protein crops

Researchers in Namibia train smallholder farmers to use a local biofertiliser and grow protein-rich legumes. The FOODSECBIO project runs in the Mayana community and is funded by the SGCI; it started in 2021 and ends in July 2025.

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19 Mar 2025

Rising Temperatures Threaten Global Food Crops

A study models how rising global temperatures already above 1.5°C could reduce land suitable for 30 major food crops. Low-latitude countries face the worst risks, and experts call for adaptation and targeted investment.

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25 Feb 2025

Researchers help Malawi farmers with organic fertiliser

In Mzimba District researchers made an organic fertiliser from black soldier fly frass, rice husk biochar and coffee grounds. Farmers trained to use it report better crops and hope it can reduce costs and improve soil health.

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