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World: Supply concerns drive FAO Food Price Index higher in August
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· September 4, 2026
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Key takeaway The FAO Cereal Price Index also saw a rise, with a 2.
The FAO Food Price Index rose in August, driven by supply concerns. It averaged 133.3 points, a 1.9 percent increase from the previous month and 2.5 percent from the same time last year. The increase is attributed to various factors, including climate shocks and geopolitical tensions, which are affecting food markets.
The FAO Cereal Price Index also saw a rise, with a 2.2 percent increase from July due to growing concerns over crop prospects and robust import demand. Further information on the current state of global food prices and the factors influencing them is available from the source.
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Category: disaster Published: September 4, 2026 Source: ReliefWeb Reading time: 1 min
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