Wire›2026 05 02›Iran War May Cause Food Shortages In Africa World S Largest Fertiliser Firm Says

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Iran war may cause food shortages in Africa, world’s largest fertiliser firm says

<p>Yara CEO warns of global auction that would leave poorest countries scrambling for supplies they can ill afford</p><p>The Iran war could have “dramatic consequences”, causing food shortages and price rises in some of Africa’s poorest and most vulnerable communities, the head o

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Iran war may cause food shortages in Africa, world’s largest fertiliser firm says<p>Yara CEO warns of global auction that would leave poorest countries scrambling for supplies they can ill afford</p><p>The Iran war could have “dramatic consequences”, causing food shortages and price rises in some of Africa’s poorest and most vulnerable communities, the head o
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