Poorest regions with the highest levels of chronic hunger are likely to be among the worst affected by climate change. Many developing countries, particularly in Africa, could become increasingly dependent on food imports.
Drought spells grim outlook for 2009 crops - El Niño could compound crisis
21-09-2009
In focus
High-level Forum | Food Security Summit
The global food insecurity situation has continued to worsen. From 16-18 November, world leaders will gather at FAO to shape an agenda for action. In October, an expert forum and additional events will prepare the ground for the November Summit.