Overview

The Democratic People’s Republic of Korea continues to suffer widespread food shortages as a result of economic problems, limited arable land, lack of agricultural machinery and energy shortages. The country remains highly vulnerable to natural disasters. The country has also suffered from the effects of the global commodity crisis, with rampant increases in market prices for staple foods and fuel.

Source: FAO

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