UN Warns Hormuz Fertiliser Plan Failure Could Cause Food Crisis
Published On 15 Oct, 2026
9 News HD: The United Nations has warned that a delay in the Hormuz fertiliser plan could lead to a food crisis in parts of Asia and Africa. The plan aims to help fertiliser ships pass safely through the Strait of Hormuz.
UN official Jorge Moreira da Silva said the United States and Iran need to reach an agreement within the next few weeks. If they fail to do so, farmers could miss the planting season, which may reduce crop production and push food prices higher.
The Strait of Hormuz is an important route for global fertiliser supplies. However, shipments from the Gulf region have been badly affected by the ongoing conflict and tensions between the United States and Iran.
The UN has proposed setting up a coordination centre in Oman to help manage the safe movement of ships. Under the plan, ships would be tracked during their journey, and their cargo could be checked when needed.
According to Moreira da Silva, the plan could begin within seven to ten days after both countries reach an agreement. He also said that allowing five ships a day to pass through the strait could help deliver fertiliser to countries that need it most.
Fertilisers are important for healthy crop growth. If farmers cannot get enough supplies on time, harvests may fall and food could become more expensive for people.
The UN is urging both sides to support the plan while wider talks continue. A quick agreement could help protect farming, support food supplies, and reduce the risk of a deeper food crisis in vulnerable countries.
