World food prices reach record highs
Global food prices hit their highest level on record in January - a problem set to worsen after a massive snowstorm in the US and floods in Australia.
The inflation has contributed to political unrest in countries with high poverty rates and unemployment, as evident in the toppling of Tunisia's president in January.
The increase in food prices has also played a part in the political upheaval currently ongoing in Egypt.
CEO of Concern in Ireland Tom Arnold believes food price hikes are likely to persist in the months to come.
He said climate events in parts of the world are also having an affect.
