Global Food System Is Broken, and the Money Behind It Is to Blame, Farmers Say

Rising food prices. Supply chain disruptions. Wars. Extreme weather. These converging crises in 2026 have pushed researchers, advocacy groups, and farmers worldwide to demand a hard look at the global food system—and the public and private money that keeps it running. The pressure is building as harvest season begins in many regions, a critical period that exposes both the system's weaknesses and the financial interests that shape it. Critics argue that the current system prioritizes profit over food security, leaving communities vulnerable to shocks that are becoming more frequent and more severe. The debate now centers on who controls the money behind food production and distribution—and whether those financiers are willing to change course before the next crisis hits.