The ongoing conflict in the Middle East is increasing concerns about the global agricultural supply chain. All eyes are on the Strait of Hormuz, as disruptions could impact fertilizer flows.
Two recent books argue for a more nuanced perspective on ultra-processed foods. They highlight industrial innovations and appealing alternatives to meat, while stressing that lessons from the past regarding nutrition.
Food crops are becoming increasingly vulnerable to the energy supply crunch caused by the war in the Middle East. Farmers are facing a shortage of fuel needed to operate essential.
The global fertiliser supply chain could face significant disruption if the effective closure by Iran of the Strait of Hormuz persists, raising concerns among analysts about crop production and global.
