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The Guardian
Global food prices reach three-year peak
Global food prices have reached a three-and-a-half-year high mostly due to heatwaves and conflicts affecting crop yields and exports. The UN FAO index increased in July, driven by rising cereal, sugar, and vegetable oil prices, with wheat costs up 5.8%. Weather-related crop destruction and export disruptions have contributed to price hikes, while meat and dairy prices declined slightly. The situation poses increased risks of food insecurity for vulnerable populations.
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