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Impact of Disasters on Agriculture and Food Security report 2025
December 9 , 2025
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- The report was released by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations.
- Disasters caused USD 3.26 trillion in agricultural losses between 1991 and 2023, with cereals being the most affected.
- Asia accounts for 47% of global agricultural losses due to large-scale agriculture and high exposure to storms and floods.
- Disasters reduce global food availability by 320 kilocalories (kcal) per person per day.
- Marine heatwaves caused USD 6.6 billion in losses from 1985 to 2022, affecting 15% of global fisheries.
- Digital tools such as data platforms, early warning systems and agrometeorological advisories help reduce risks, with Indian farmers saving USD 29.65 per hectare in wheat cultivation.
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