Higher Food Prices Expected As War In Ukraine Adds Strain To Supply Chains

Higher food prices expected as war in Ukraine adds strain to supply chains

Beyond the tragedy of war in Ukraine, Russia’s invasion of the former Soviet state is adding further strain to already struggling key supply chains that could ultimately lead to higher food prices and even shortages, experts have warned.

Before war broke out in Ukraine, countries across the globe were already contending with supply chain bottlenecks. Europe and Asia were both feeling the effects of a natural gas "crunch" noted Russell...

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