What is the global food crisis?
Overshadowed by recent political and financial economic news, the UN World Food Programme calls the current global food crisis “a phenomenon, a silent tsunami,” that is affecting millions of families in every nation on every continent. This global food crisis is more rapid, urgent and devastating than any other in the history of our planet.
Why is this happening?
The cost of food staples have roughly doubled in many countries where Compassion serves. Some of the original factors that turned this trend into a world calamity recently include unstable oil prices, increased meat consumption in countries like India and China, droughts in major crop-producing countries, and increased production of biofuels.
How can I help?
Our goal is to get every domestic and international Christian radio station to participate in Global Food Crisis Day by airing as much information and as many appeals as possible. All listeners need to be given the opportunity to respond through their prayers and financial support.
When is global food crisis day?
March 11, 2009 is a one-day event set aside to help fight the global food crisis and make a world of difference.
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