This Week In Hungr

Hunger fears as Afghan snows approach — BBC

Time is running out for more than two-and-a-half million people in drought stricken areas of Afghanistan according to international aid agencies.

Somali Refugees Flee to Ethiopia to Escape Famine, Violence — PBS

Kenyan troops have been drawn into the civil war in Somalia between the government and al-Shabab militants as desperate refugees flee to Ethiopia to escape violence and famine.

Agriculture needs massive investment to avoid hunger, scientists warn — The Guardian

Billions more investment is needed in agriculture and food distribution systems around the world in the next few years, if widespread hunger is to be avoided, according to a group of leading scientists.

Myanmar: Deforestation threatens breadbasket — IRIN

Part of Myanmar’s breadbasket in the country’s centre is fast deteriorating and the area may face greater food insecurity without immediate action, local NGOs warn.

Bangladesh government goes shopping for farmland — The Guardian

Authorities in Bangladesh are looking abroad for land to grow food to meet the country’s increasing demand and to create jobs for Bangladeshi migrants.