The hidden side of sanctions: fertilizer shortages threaten global food security

Opinion article by Ilona Bērziņa Global sanctions against Russia and Belarus were introduced with a clear political objective — to weaken the economies of aggressor states. However, these decisions also have a less discussed side effect: they impact global food security. Mineral fertilizers are one of the most essential agricultural resources, and their availability directly […] The post The hidden side of sanctions: fertilizer shortages threaten global food security appeared first on Baltic News Network.