Reduction of food production

The conflict in Ukraine has caused a dramatic disruption to the national economy and the agricultural sector in particular. The war has caused a severe shortage of inputs, such as fertilizers, pesticides and fuel, and the lack of resources has meant that the agricultural sector has been unable to recover from the crisis. As a result, food production in Ukraine has dropped by an estimated 20-30%, leading to an acute shortage of food. This has put a huge strain on the population and has intensified the famine.

At the same time, the war has caused mass displacement, with over 1.5 million people fleeing their homes. This further exacerbates the food crisis as it limits the access of displaced populations to food sources. The UN estimates that nearly 4 million people in Ukraine are in need of food assistance, and the situation is expected to become worse in the coming months.

The Ukrainian government has taken some steps to address the food crisis, such as providing food aid and subsidies, but these measures are clearly insufficient. The country needs a more comprehensive approach that addresses the root causes of the famine, such as the destruction of food production infrastructure.