The price of bread rose by almost a fifth in the European Union in August as Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, both major exporters of grains and fertilisers, continued to disrupt global markets and headline inflation accelerated.
Hunger levels are unacceptably high and have risen dramatically in the past two years, driven by conflict and destabilization, including the war in Ukraine, global and national economic shocks and a climate crisis that is “affecting every corner of this small planet,” Qu said. “Our agrifood systems are fragile, and our supply chains are under pressure,” he added. “The magnitude and severity of acute food insecurity is daunting.”
BASF has entered into a binding agreement with Lallemand Inc’s subsidiary, Danstar Ferment AG, to divest the BASF Nutrilife® baking enzymes portfolio and business. Nutrilife® enables food suppliers produce affordable, healthy and appealing food products while contributing to more efficient use of resources. Subject to customary closing conditions, the transaction is expected to complete on September 30, 2022.
The book "Life Tips 3: A Plain Expression of Difficult Subjects" by Murat Ülker, Chairman of pladis and GODIVA, in which he gives tips on success in business life and includes his views on art and travel notes, met with the reader.
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