The Global Food Crisis

Global Food Prices: A Temporary Fall
December 5, 2008 1309 GMT
A temporary fall in global food prices does not imply that the drop is permanent. [more]
Global Food Prices Rebound, With Exceptions
September 24, 2008 2005 GMT
With the exception of rice, global food prices seem to be in recovery as plentiful harvests bear fruit globally. Investors remain cautious, however, as government restrictions and unpredictable weather remain of concern. [more]
Food Commodities: A Stabilizing Outlook
August 20, 2008 1936 GMT
Food commodity prices have moderated across the board in response to falling oil prices through most of the summer. [more]
Russia: Fears of Grain as a Political Tool
Russia is planning to set up a state grain trading company to control around half of the country's cereal exports. [more]
U.S., EU: A Possible Doha Deal
July 23, 2008 2229 GMT
A U.S.-EU agreement on agriculture is necessary for the World Trade Organization's Doha talks to make progress. But even then, progress is not assured. [more]
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