The threat of a lasting food crisis (Le Monde)

Le Monde (Planete section) published an article that stated soaring prices for several staple foods are fearful of worsening hunger in the world. Markets, Trade, and Institutions Division Director Rob Vos emphasized that these increases are very worrying because the populations are turning toward less expensive food, and often less healthy. For food security, we closely monitor the price of cereals, but we see that the materials non-cereal raw materials increase also, especially the fruits and vegetables.”