Topic: food shortage

From Kautilya’s Arthashastra to Mughal policies and British non-intervention, India’s response to supply shocks has long been defined by the role of the state.

The once-daily food staple has witnessed a 25 to 50 per cent price increase in markets across the country, with parts of the capital selling eggs for Rs. 10 per piece.

This round table consultation, a first of its kind, brought together representatives from various state departments, research organizations, and stakeholders to formulate a comprehensive strategy and roadmap for increasing food availability and managing prices in the region.

In his broadcast to the nation on 19 October 1964, Lal Bahadur Shastri addressed India’s dependence on food imports, calling austerity the need of the hour.

The long-term solution to the problems lies partly in resolving the standoff over nuclear weapons and sanctions, but also requires economic reforms.

These farms occupy buildings or shipping containers where they produce greater yields than traditional outdoor farming and use 70 to 95 per cent less water.

From an absence of banking systems to concentration of resources among cartels, Pakistan continues its never-ending battle with food shortage

According to farmers and local government officials, yields have slumped 10% to 50% this season.

Potential for supply disruptions are stirring memories of 2007 global food crisis when the Gulf found its financial reserves didn’t guarantee supplies.

According to the IPCC, the world may not have a lot of time to prevent food from running out.