Impacts of food supply scarcity

Famine: a severe shortage of food leads to widespread malnourishment, hunger, and death.
Undernutrition: long-term lack of nutrients weakens immune systems, stunts growth, and reduces productivity.
Soil erosion: over-farming and deforestation to grow more food degrade soil fertility, reducing future crop yields.
Rising prices: food shortages increase prices, making food unaffordable for the poorest.
Social unrest: food shortages and high prices can cause protests and riots.

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