FPRI's Glauber on Food Security

The video discusses the global food crisis, focusing on the volatility of food prices post-pandemic and the impact of geopolitical tensions, particularly the Ukraine grain export deal. Joseph Glauber from the International Food Policy Research Institute highlights the challenges of tight markets, high fertilizer costs, and trade restrictions. The discussion also covers long-term agricultural strategies and the need for sustainable practices amidst climate change.

What has been a significant factor in the volatility of wheat prices recently?

• Increased demand from Asia

• Technological advancements in farming

• New agricultural policies in the EU

• Changes in the Ukraine grain export deal

How have global food prices changed since March?

• They have dropped to pre-pandemic levels

• They have decreased but are still high

• They have remained stable

• They have increased significantly

What is a major challenge in the agricultural sector due to the war?

• Lack of technological innovation

• Overproduction of crops

• High fertilizer costs and scarcity

• Decreased global demand for food

What has been a critical factor in maintaining grain exports from Ukraine?

• Increased local production

• The deal with Russia

• Alternative trade routes

• International sanctions

What is a key difference between agricultural and energy security strategies?

• Energy strategies are more robust

• Neither has been prioritized

• Both are equally developed

• Agricultural strategies are more developed

What is a major issue with the production of mineral fertilizers?

• They are environmentally friendly

• They are inexpensive to produce

• They are concentrated in a few countries

• They are produced in many countries

Which country has increased its production to meet fertilizer demands?

• India

• Canada

• China

• United States