The shortfall is the result of climatic conditions such as 'dry spells, heatwaves and flooding' as well as a lack of fuel and fertilisers [Reuters]
SCMP/Reuters: 10 million North Koreans face food shortage after worst harvest, says United Nations
* The UN found North Korean protein intake to be very low, with some families consuming protein only a few times a year
North Korea has cut food rations to 300 grammes a day – less than 11 ounces – the lowest ever for this time of year, and further cuts are likely after the worst harvest in a decade, the United Nations said on Friday.
The UN carried out a food assessment at the request of North Korea from March 29 to April 12. It was granted wide access, including to cooperative farms, rural and urban households, nurseries and food distribution centres.
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WNU Editor: North Korea invited the UN to assess the situation. This is a first.
More News On North Korea's Food Crisis
North Korean families facing deep ‘hunger crisis’ after worst harvest in 10 years, UN food assessment shows -- UN News
North Korea food shortages believed to be acute due to worst harvest in years -- CBC/AP
North Korea food rations hit record low level after poor harvest: UN -- DW
'Low rains, a heatwave. Then floods': Bad harvest pushes North Korea to the brink -- BBC
U.N. food agencies say North Korea food rations at new low -- UPI
North Korea cuts rations after worst harvest in a decade: UN -- AFP
Ten million North Koreans suffering severe food shortages: UN -- Al Jazeera
