U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen is urging funding to small farmers to combat a food insecurity crisis that is being worsened by the Russian – Ukrainian war.

“We must quickly support the most vulnerable populations with social safety nets,” Yellen said. “And target support for small holder farmers, so they can continue to produce.”

Yellen said even as the U.S. escalates its trade sanctions against Russia…

“We reiterate our commitment to authorizing essential humanitarian and related activities that benefit people around the world,” she said.

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