WFP- India Talks on procurement of wheat

The United Nations’ World Food Programme (WFP) is in discussions with India on the procurement of Indian wheat.

Why World Food Programme (WFP) wants to procure wheat from India?

This is because many countries all over the world are facing food security challenges due to the supply chain disruptions caused by the Russia-Ukraine war.

How much do Russia and Ukraine contribute to global wheat exports?

Russia and Ukraine together account for about 30% of the total global exports of wheat.

How much wheat is produced in India?

India produced 109.59 million tonnes of wheat in the 2020-21 crop year (July-June).

How much wheat stockpile does India have?

India has a wheat stockpile estimated at around 100 million tonnes.

What is the global rank of India in wheat production?

India is the world’s second-largest producer of wheat after China.

Recently, how much wheat did India donate to Afghanistan?

India has pledged 10 million tonnes of wheat donations to Afghanistan.

What are the World Trade Organization (WTO) rules on exports of food?

WTO restricts exports of food, which is procured by governments at support prices. This rule is limiting wheat exports from India, as the Indian government procures wheat at a minimum support price (MSP) from farmers.

What is the World Food Programme (WFP)?

It is the food-assistance branch of the United Nations (UN). It was founded in 1961 and is the world’s largest humanitarian organization focused on hunger and food security. It is headquartered in Rome. The WFP was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2020 for its efforts to provide food assistance in areas of conflict and to prevent the use of food as a weapon of war.

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2022

Category: International / World Current Affairs