UN FAO Urges Countries to Share Information on Food Availability

The video discusses the impact of the Ukraine war on global food exports, highlighting the increase in export restrictions and their effect on food prices. It examines the current food supply challenges, including gaps in wheat exports and the role of fertilizers. The role of China in food security is explored, along with the issues of food access due to high prices. The video also addresses the challenges posed by climate change and the concentrated nature of the fertilizer industry, proposing solutions like increasing efficiency and diversifying fertilizer sources.

What percentage of global calories were affected by export restrictions during the 2008 food crisis?

• 30%

• 7%

• 17%

• 25%

Which countries have increased their wheat exports to fill the gap caused by the war in Ukraine?

• India and the European Union

• Canada and Mexico

• Russia and Ukraine

• China and Brazil

What is the main challenge in 2022 regarding food supply?

• Food production

• Food access

• Food availability

• Food distribution

Which country is a major exporter of nitrogen fertilizers?

• Brazil

• Mexico

• Nigeria

• Russia

What is one way to increase fertilizer efficiency mentioned in the transcript?

• Increasing fertilizer prices

• Reducing waste in fertilizer use

• Importing more fertilizers from Russia

• Using more chemical fertilizers

What is a potential solution for countries facing fertilizer shortages?

• Relying solely on organic fertilizers

• Increasing fertilizer imports from China

• Producing fertilizers domestically

• Reducing crop production

What is a significant risk for global food supply in 2023 if the fertilizer issue is not resolved?

• Increased food prices

• Food crisis

• Surplus food production

• Stable food supply