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There are better ways to manage wheat and other crops. Photo: Pavo
Posted inEconomy

Ukraine war to hit global grain supplies

by David Ubilava March 15, 2022March 15, 2022

Russia and Ukraine between them account for almost a quarter of the world’s wheat exports. Russia and Ukraine are also big exporters of maize (corn), barley, and other grains that much of the world relies on to make food. Wheat alone accounts for an estimated 20% of human calorie consumption Since the start of February, […]

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