The Cost of Hunger: Drought Only One Factor Behind High Food Prices

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The severe drought in the US has been blamed the rising prices of agricultural commodities. But that is only part of the story: Biofuels, financial speculation and changing dietary habits are also playing a role. The global food supply faces pressure from all sides. <i>By SPIEGEL Staff</i>

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