Iran Conflict Spurs Global Food Supply Fears Amid Fertilizer Disruptions

As the conflict between the US-Israel coalition and Iran intensifies, global food security faces mounting risks. Attacks targeting Gulf chemical facilities have disrupted fertilizer production—a critical component of the global agricultural supply chain. These interruptions, coupled with surging energy costs and growing restrictions on maritime shipping in the Persian Gulf, threaten the stability of food systems worldwide. The Persian Gulf is a vital region for fertilizer production, supplying a