Malawi faces food security crisis amid record input costs and low maize prices
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Updated Oct 18
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What happened
Stakeholders warned of a deepening food security crisis in Malawi during the commemoration of World Food Day on October 16. The crisis is driven by farmers facing record input costs while the region's maize prices are among the lowest. Officials urged diversification away from maize into crops like sorghum and millet.
From malawi24.com
Why it matters
The agricultural economy of Malawi is under severe strain as growers spend more to produce food but earn less. This situation makes it difficult for the nation to ensure that all households can access affordable and nutritious diets.
From malawi24.com
Who's involved
- MalawiThe sovereign state experiencing the food security and agricultural crisis
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