Global Food Prices Soar To Record Levels On Ukraine War Disruptions

The UN Food Agency reports record food price increases due to the Ukraine war, causing supply disruptions and threatening millions with hunger. Yemen faces severe ration cuts, and Lebanon's wheat imports are at risk. The World Food Program is responding with food distribution and cash transfers to mitigate the crisis.

What is the primary reason cited by the UN Food Agency for the recent spike in food commodity prices?

• Climate change

• War in Ukraine

• Natural disasters

• Economic sanctions

How many people did the World Food Program assist last year?

• 200 million

• 50 million

• 80 million

• 125 million

What percentage of the global wheat supply is accounted for by Russia and Ukraine?

• 10%

• 20%

• 30%

• 40%

Which country imports 50% of its wheat from Ukraine, as mentioned in the discussion?

• Brazil

• India

• Lebanon

• Egypt

What is the monthly increase in costs faced by the World Food Program due to the war?

• $60 million

• $71 million

• $50 million

• $80 million

What is the cost to feed one individual for a day in Ukraine, according to the World Food Program?

• $1.50

• $3.75

• $4.20

• $2.83

What method does the World Food Program use in functioning parts of Ukraine to help people buy food?

• Cash-based transfers

• Food stamps

• Barter system

• Credit vouchers