economie1.9 %The FAO food price index rose by 1.9% in August 2026✓ Confirmed · 2 sources

Drought and conflicts drive global food prices up in August

The FAO food price index rose by 1.9% in August 2026.

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The increase is driven by sugar and geopolitical tensions affecting grain exports.

Conflicts and climate disruptions are disrupting global food supplies.

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