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Iran war blockade threatens global harvests, UN official warns

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A United Nations official has warned that the ongoing conflict in the Middle East is jeopardizing the upcoming agricultural harvest. The blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical route for fertilizers and other agricultural inputs, is exacerbating existing issues like fertilizer shortages and high costs for many nations. China, however, has indicated its domestic grain and oilseed yields are expected to increase this year, positioning itself as a key food security partner. AI

RANK_REASON This article discusses the potential impact of geopolitical conflict on global food security and agricultural inputs, but does not announce a new AI model, research, product, or policy.

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Iran war blockade threatens global harvests, UN official warns

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Victoria Bela ·

    Iran war threatens next harvest, UN official says. Which countries are most at risk?

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