According to Torero, the conflict exposes the vulnerabilities of countries with limited domestic production and heavy reliance on external supply routes.
In a recent statement, the FAO noted that disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, the world's most strategically important sea lane, impact agriculture, putting further pressure on vulnerable economies. Areas of concern include several Gulf states, South Asia, and parts of sub-Saharan Africa.
"For low-income countries already using very limited agricultural inputs, even small supply cuts can cause disproportionately large production losses," Torero said.
