Global Famine
Great Decisions 2023 | Topic 6
What causes famine? How can it be prevented in the future?
Fears of global food shortages have followed Russia's invasion of Ukraine, which has disrupted grain shipments from the major grain producer. But what about countries and regions that were suffering before this impending shortage? How is famine defined, and how is it different from simple food shortages? What if any remedies are there? By Daniel Maxwell
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Famine Early Warning and Response
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Famine in the Twentieth Century
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