Global food prices hit highest level since 2022, says FAO
UN food agency reports global food prices in August 2026 reached their highest since late 2022, driven by weather and conflict disruptions.
Key Takeaways
AIThe United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) announced today that global food prices in August 2026 reached their highest levels since late 2022, driven by adverse weather conditions and supply disruptions caused by conflicts in the Middle East and the Black Sea region.
The FAO explained that its Food Price Index, which tracks monthly changes in a basket of internationally traded food commodities, rose to 133.3 points in August, up from a revised 130.8 points in July.
The organization added that concerns over supplies of key crops have intensified due to these factors, impacting global markets and the prices of major food commodities.
The FAO continues to monitor market developments and issues monthly reports on global price indicators to provide a clear picture of food security trends.