The famine in Africa is a result of drought which began in 1982 and continues to seriously affect food production. The problem is intensified when combined with a lack of favorable government agricultural policies. an inability to cover food deficits by commercial imports as a result of a deterioration of their balance of payments. and the prevalence of animal disease. Civil strife inhibits food aid distribution and encourages the migration of refugees. thereby placing more of a strain on the governments of the affected nations. It is my belief that the United States is trying to respond both effectively and efficiently to this crisis. I had the opportunity of witnessing this firsthand when I attended the Food and Agriculture Organization Conference held in November of last year.
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