Tag: FOOD GRAINS

War in any part of the globe doesn't affect the people of two countries only, it affects the whole of humanity as it encircles the issue of survival. Food is the core element and a necessity for survival.  Due to the Ukraine-Russia war, the people of the Middle East are facing major hikes in the prices of wheat. If reports are believed then it can lead to major hunger and food crises in countries like Yemen, Egypt and Lebanon. Ukraine-Russia: Key Suppliers Of Grains Both Ukraine and Russia account for 25% of the global wheat exports. Middle-Eastern countries are far more dependent on Ukraine and Russia. Egypt imports 90% of its wheat from Ukraine and Russia. It is the largest importer of wheat. Whereas, Yemen imports 27% of wheat grain from Ukraine and 8% from Russia. Already due ...