https://www.scidev.net/global/rss.xml/?type=topic&rssname=food-security&parent=agricultureFood security RSS feeds.Wed, 17 Jun 2026 01:27:31 GMTenhttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/iran-faces-new-threat-as-fall-armyworm-targets-crops/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/iran-faces-new-threat-as-fall-armyworm-targets-crops/Conflict in the Middle East could hamper Iran’s response to the devastating crop pest, fall armyworm, experts warn. Wed, 29 Apr 2026 08:40:45 GMT+0000Hazem Badrhttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/agroecology-mideast-food-insecurity/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/agroecology-mideast-food-insecurity/Food security experts say sustainable farming methods can reduce dependency on fertilisers imported via the Strait of Hormuz. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 08:20:38 GMT+0000Dann Okothhttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/world-enters-era-of-water-bankruptcy-hitting-poorest/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/world-enters-era-of-water-bankruptcy-hitting-poorest/Many global water resources are depleted beyond the point of return, UN report warns. Tue, 20 Jan 2026 06:00:55 GMT+0000Hadeer Elhadaryhttps://www.scidev.net/global/supported-content/climate-pests-and-pollution-fuel-crop-losses-across-india/https://www.scidev.net/global/supported-content/climate-pests-and-pollution-fuel-crop-losses-across-india/Researchers harness satellite data as extreme weather, crop pests, and surface ozone hit India’s harvests. Fri, 9 Jan 2026 01:09:23 GMT+0000Ranjit Devrajhttps://www.scidev.net/global/supported-content/crop-loss-deepens-food-insecurity-across-africa/https://www.scidev.net/global/supported-content/crop-loss-deepens-food-insecurity-across-africa/New modelling shows climate shocks and pests are driving crop losses across Africa, with rising costs for farmers and food systems. Wed, 24 Dec 2025 10:41:27 GMT+0000Ijeoma Ukazuhttps://www.scidev.net/global/supported-content/why-crop-loss-hits-women-farmers-hardest/https://www.scidev.net/global/supported-content/why-crop-loss-hits-women-farmers-hardest/Women farmers face deeper losses from crop failure, driven by unequal access to land, credit, data and decision-making. Tue, 16 Dec 2025 01:54:01 GMT+0000Dann Okothhttps://www.scidev.net/global/podcast/how-can-better-data-curb-africas-crop-loss-crisis/https://www.scidev.net/global/podcast/how-can-better-data-curb-africas-crop-loss-crisis/Weak plant health systems and poor data are exposing African farmers to preventable losses. Fri, 5 Dec 2025 10:17:56 GMT+0000https://www.scidev.net/global/news/philippines-steps-up-fight-against-african-swine-fever/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/philippines-steps-up-fight-against-african-swine-fever/Philippines unveils new diagnostic technologies for African Swine Fever as vaccine controversies persist Fri, 8 Aug 2025 12:24:05 GMT+0000Gilbert Felongcohttps://www.scidev.net/global/opinions/progress-still-needed-on-food/https://www.scidev.net/global/opinions/progress-still-needed-on-food/Four years after the first UN Food Systems Summit, the world needs progress, write Shakuntala Haraksingh Thilsted and Ismahane Elouafi. Fri, 25 Jul 2025 11:36:35 GMT+0000Ismahane Elouafi, Shakuntala Haraksingh Thilstedhttps://www.scidev.net/global/podcast/unlocking-stronger-food-systems-with-african-research/https://www.scidev.net/global/podcast/unlocking-stronger-food-systems-with-african-research/With food systems under pressure, research can help guide policy, reduce waste, and improve food access. Mon, 30 Jun 2025 08:51:34 GMT+0000https://www.scidev.net/global/supported-content/cocoa-fermenting-box-reaps-rewards-for-ugandas-farmers/https://www.scidev.net/global/supported-content/cocoa-fermenting-box-reaps-rewards-for-ugandas-farmers/A locally made fermentation device helps Ugandan cocoa farmers earn four times more. Tue, 24 Jun 2025 01:19:47 GMT+0000John Musenzehttps://www.scidev.net/global/podcast/forest-loss-adds-to-africas-food-crisis/https://www.scidev.net/global/podcast/forest-loss-adds-to-africas-food-crisis/Rising deforestation and climate pressures are putting vital African food sources at risk. Thu, 29 May 2025 12:13:21 GMT+0000https://www.scidev.net/global/news/children-of-gaza-face-lifelong-impacts-of-hunger/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/children-of-gaza-face-lifelong-impacts-of-hunger/The limited aid allowed into Gaza will do little to ease the long-term impacts of chronic malnutrition, warn medics. Wed, 28 May 2025 02:03:06 GMT+0000Amr Ragehhttps://www.scidev.net/global/supported-content/imported-ladybirds-save-grenadas-ice-cream-fruit/https://www.scidev.net/global/supported-content/imported-ladybirds-save-grenadas-ice-cream-fruit/Scientists and local farmers in Grenada are joining forces to use natural enemies to protect their profitable soursop trees from pests. Tue, 20 May 2025 12:26:31 GMT+0000Aleida Ruedahttps://www.scidev.net/global/supported-content/eco-friendly-kilns-help-malawis-fish-curers-cut-losses/https://www.scidev.net/global/supported-content/eco-friendly-kilns-help-malawis-fish-curers-cut-losses/Researchers have developed a kiln to help fishers reduce the health hazards and waste linked to curing fish. Mon, 28 Apr 2025 12:30:46 GMT+0000Charles Mpakahttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/rising-temperatures-carbon-could-bump-up-arsenic-in-rice/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/rising-temperatures-carbon-could-bump-up-arsenic-in-rice/Researchers warn of possible increase of toxic arsenic in rice resulting from increasing temperature and carbon dioxide. Thu, 17 Apr 2025 07:59:33 GMT+0000Dann Okothhttps://www.scidev.net/global/explainer/how-climate-change-could-affect-half-of-global-crops/https://www.scidev.net/global/explainer/how-climate-change-could-affect-half-of-global-crops/Adaptation strategies are critical as cropland suitable for food production shrinks with rising temperatures. Wed, 19 Mar 2025 02:00:31 GMT+0000Claudia Caruanahttps://www.scidev.net/global/supported-content/fly-poo-boosts-malawi-crop-yields/https://www.scidev.net/global/supported-content/fly-poo-boosts-malawi-crop-yields/Farmers in Malawi revive crops using sustainable black soldier fly fertiliser, boosting yields and livelihoods. Tue, 25 Feb 2025 04:47:21 GMT+0000Charles Mpakahttps://www.scidev.net/global/opinions/genebanks-needed-for-climate-resilient-crops-to-thrive/https://www.scidev.net/global/opinions/genebanks-needed-for-climate-resilient-crops-to-thrive/Investment in Africa's genebanks is vital to protect its agricultural biodiversity and develop climate-resilient crops. Thu, 28 Nov 2024 11:51:20 GMT+0000Joyce Maruhttps://www.scidev.net/global/podcast/scientists-harness-gene-editing-for-climate-resilient-wheat/https://www.scidev.net/global/podcast/scientists-harness-gene-editing-for-climate-resilient-wheat/As food insecurity in Africa worsens, scientists explore gene editing to increase the resilience and nutritional value of wheat. Sat, 16 Nov 2024 07:33:13 GMT+0000