BRICS and the New Geography of Agri-Trade
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Dr ML Jat, Dr Smita Sirohi
Contd from previous issue
Agriculture may be only one part of this larger trade story, but it is among the most politically and socially sensitive.
When food prices rise, fertiliser supplies are disrupted or shipping routes become uncertain, the impact is felt directly by farmers, consumers and governments. This makes agriculture one of the most strategic frontiers of India’s chairship
The agricultural complementarities within the grouping are evident. Brazil is a major exporter of soyabean, meat and sugar. Russia is important in grains and fertilisers. (To be contd)
Contd from previous issue
Agriculture may be only one part of this larger trade story, but it is among the most politically and socially sensitive.
When food prices rise, fertiliser supplies are disrupted or shipping routes become uncertain, the impact is felt directly by farmers, consumers and governments. This makes agriculture one of the most strategic frontiers of India’s chairship
The agricultural complementarities within the grouping are evident. Brazil is a major exporter of soyabean, meat and sugar. Russia is important in grains and fertilisers. (To be contd)