Sudan's Conflict Threatens Date Harvest Season
International News
October 4, 2023
The ongoing conflict in Sudan is posing a significant threat to the country's date harvest season, which plays a vital role in its economy. Many date farmers are struggling due to a lack of access to essential production inputs and financing from banks. Additionally, the disruption in supply chains has made it difficult for merchants to market the available date produce. The conflict has also forced major agricultural industrial companies to halt their operations.