TOKYO -- Export restrictions have been imposed on nearly a fifth of global food trade, according to the latest figures, as countries respond to the food security crisis exacerbated by Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Countries hoard supplies as prices spike in wake of Ukraine war

Global wheat prices have jumped 20% since the start of the year as the war in Ukraine cuts supply. © Reuters
TOKYO -- Export restrictions have been imposed on nearly a fifth of global food trade, according to the latest figures, as countries respond to the food security crisis exacerbated by Russia's invasion of Ukraine.