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CAA Cracks Down on Marawila Traders Over Illegal Rice Pricing.

May 15, 2026 at 5:46 AM

The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) has launched legal action against several traders in Marawila for selling rice above the government-mandated Maximum Retail Price (MRP) following targeted enforcement raids.

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CAA Cracks Down on Marawila Traders Over Illegal Rice Pricing

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Conflicting Reports Emerge Over Fertilizer Supply During Yala Season.

May 9, 2026 at 6:02 AM

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Local News

Sri Lanka’s Fertilizer Crisis: Global Supply Chain Disruptions Threaten Paddy Farming.

As global fertilizer supply chains falter due to conflict in West Asia and the closure of the Hormuz Strait, Sri Lankan paddy farmers face severe shortages, highlighting the risks of previous government assurances.

May 4, 2026 at 12:02 AM

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Local News

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Escalating Transport Costs and Fertilizer Shortages Burden Sri Lankan Paddy Farmers.

May 3, 2026 at 9:01 AM

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Hungary Faces Agricultural Crisis as Spring Drought Threatens Key Grain Crops

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Agriculture•

May 2, 2026 at 1:30 PM

Hungary Faces Agricultural Crisis as Spring Drought Threatens Key Grain Crops.

Hungary's government is preparing emergency measures to support farmers as a severe April dry spell threatens the country's critical wheat and corn production, raising concerns about potential export impacts.

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Global News

Escalating Global Hunger: 2026 Report Highlights Famine Crisis in Gaza and Sudan.

April 24, 2026 at 9:38 AM

The 2026 Global Report on Food Crises confirms famine in parts of Gaza and Sudan for the first time in history, as conflict and extreme weather continue to drive acute food insecurity for 266 million people worldwide.

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Escalating Global Hunger: 2026 Report Highlights Famine Crisis in Gaza and Sudan

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Economics

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Rising Fertilizer Costs and Geopolitical Instability Threaten Food Security in Emerging Asia.

April 23, 2026 at 10:34 AM

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International News

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UN Issues Dire Warning: South Sudan Faces Imminent Famine Amid Escalating Conflict.

April 17, 2026 at 8:07 PM

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Geopolitics

Escalating Tensions in Iran: A Grave Threat to Global Food Stability.

The conflict involving Iran is sparking global concerns over food security, driven by soaring energy prices, disrupted shipping routes, and critical damage to fertilizer production facilities in the Gulf.

April 12, 2026 at 8:54 PM

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Escalating Iran Conflict Triggers Global Produce and Fertilizer Price Surge

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Economy•

April 6, 2026 at 7:46 PM

Escalating Iran Conflict Triggers Global Produce and Fertilizer Price Surge.

The ongoing conflict involving Iran is disrupting global supply chains, causing a sharp rise in fuel and fertilizer costs, which is directly translating into higher retail prices for fresh produce and agricultural commodities.

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Local News

Irrigation Department Confirms Sufficient Water Stocks for Yala Cultivation Cycle.

April 3, 2026 at 10:55 AM

The Department of Irrigation has assured farmers that water supplies are secure for the upcoming Yala season, with main reservoirs currently holding 76% of their total capacity.