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Warning food prices are set to rise in the UK due to the Iran war

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Urea is more than twice as expensive

This year, the most important commodity in agriculture is not sunshine or rain, it is fertilizer. According to some estimates, nearly half of the world’s crop and livestock production depends on the incredible mix of minerals and chemicals that make up artificial fertilizers. But the Iran the war raises prices and suppresses the availability of … Read more

China’s “teapot” oil booms are keeping the economy growing – but rising prices are leaving them in trouble.

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China's "teapot" oil booms are keeping the economy growing - but rising prices are leaving them in trouble.

TThe cities that are the bulwark of China’s energy security, in times of global crisis, can appear deceptively quiet. Oil trucks ply the open roads with little traffic, while a few quaint shops in dilapidated buildings give a hint of a long-forgotten local vibe. The ramshackle noodle shop serving hand-pulled noodles was empty at lunchtime, … Read more