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Global food prices surge

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October 9, 2008
Global food prices surge

Worldfocus traveled to Argentina, India, Kenya and Ukraine and reported a four-part video series on rising food prices around the world.

Ukraine’s black soil tilled for private investment

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October 9, 2008
Ukraine’s black soil tilled for private investment

The current food crisis in Ukraine -- known as the breadbasket of Europe -- presents challenges and opportunities for the country.

Farmers, drought and taxes cripple Argentina

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October 8, 2008
Farmers, drought and taxes cripple Argentina

Argentina -- known as the "grocer to the world" -- finds itself trapped by food inflation, a slumping economy and one of the worst droughts in almost 50 years.

Food prices punish rich and poor in India

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October 7, 2008
Food prices punish rich and poor in India

All across India, people feel the effects of rising food costs, spiking inflation and lackluster harvests.

Food crisis rages through Kenya

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October 6, 2008
Food crisis rages through Kenya

At least five of the 38 million Kenyans live in urban slums and food insecurity rages through the country, resulting in public outcry and economic upheaval.

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