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The Food and Agriculture Organization warned of risks from closing the Strait of Hormuz.
It said the crisis could disrupt fertilizer and energy supplies.
This would raise agricultural production costs.
It may also increase global food prices.
Economist Maximo Torero said poorer nations will be most affected.
He explained delays in inputs could reduce crop yields.
He added inflation could rise as a result.
Global economic growth may also slow.
He stressed the need to secure supply chains.
He highlighted the importance of stable trade.
He warned disruptions could lead to a major food crisis.
