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World: El Niño is coming. Here is where the risks to agriculture are highest
By Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations at ReliefWeb
· June 23, 2026
· 6 min read
. New analyses by experts at the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) allow for detailed mapping of where El Nino-linked drought is most likely to impact crops and pasturelands. As the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) forecasts a stronger-than-usual cycle, FAO’s analy
Key takeaway Many of the same regions were hit hard during the El Niño events of 2015–16 and 2023–24.
Why this matters
The impending El Niño event poses significant threats to global food security, particularly in regions with existing vulnerabilities such as the Sahel, Southern Africa, and South and Southeast Asia. The FAO's analysis highlights the need for targeted early action to mitigate the impacts of drought on agriculture and pasturelands. The joint appeal by FAO and the World Food Programme seeking $202 million to support 8.8 million people across 22 high-risk countries underscores the urgency of the situation. The fact that many of these regions were severely affected by previous El Niño events and are now facing increased climate extremes, conflict, and economic stress, suggests that the humanitarian response will be critical in preventing widespread food insecurity and migration. The focus on anticipatory action, including support to farmers and pastoralists, and strengthened early warning systems, is crucial in reducing the risk of droughts, floods, and storms escalating into humanitarian emergencies.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
Reading time: 6 min
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