Farmers scramble as food prices spike due to factors beyond their control: 'A highly unusual trend'

Farmers scramble as food prices spike due to factors beyond their control: 'A highly unusual trend'

Farmers in South Africa are sounding the alarm on changing weather patterns and their impact on food prices, a growing concern around the world.  What's happening? According to a report from the Witness, farmers and sustainability experts say that unpredictable weather has damaged crops and impacted livestock, causing higher food prices. The primary issue for the region is increased rainfall from La Niña, as well as thunderstorms, strong winds, …