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Government Initiates Crop Damage Compensation Process for Weather-Affected Farmers.
The Sri Lankan government has announced plans to provide compensation for crops damaged by recent adverse weather via the Agricultural and Agrarian Insurance Board, urging farmers to report losses immediately.
Escalating Food Waste Crisis in Sri Lanka Poses Major Threat to Food Security.
Experts have raised urgent concerns regarding massive food wastage across Sri Lanka, highlighting that millions of tonnes are discarded annually while many citizens face malnutrition and economic hardship. The issue spans from agricultural losses due to wildlife and poor infrastructure to excessive consumption habits in households and institutions.
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Prime Minister Links Food Security to National Sovereignty Amid Global Economic Volatility.
Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya emphasizes the critical link between agricultural independence, food security, and national stability, urging youth to drive the 'Grow and Sell' economy.
Somalia Facing Catastrophic Hunger Crisis Driven by Climate Volatility and Conflict.
Over 6.5 million people in Somalia are currently enduring severe food insecurity due to the cumulative effects of repeated failed rainy seasons, persistent conflict, and economic instability, with children among the most vulnerable.
