Cargo ships in the Black Sea with port infrastructure in the background

Black Sea conflict disrupts global grain supply, slashing wheat exports by 60%

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The Black Sea has become the most dangerous since the start of Russia's war, with strikes on ports and vessels severely disrupting shipping routes. This has resulted in a 60 percent drop in combined wheat exports from Russia and Ukraine compared to last year. Consequently, global wheat prices have risen, and experts warn the situation may deteriorate further.

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Originally published by gnews