Limited arable land means nation relies heavily on wheat, corn imports.

Export tariff, restriction of GM corn use in tortillas having an impact.

Although still highly dependent on imports, Japan steadily increasing wheat output.

Removal of zero-COVID policy has led to more incoming shipments.

Country also is expected to increase wheat imports in 2023-24.

Government providing incentives to encourage food self-sufficiency.

Total production to remain flat at 2.4 million tonnes despite increased acreage.

Move aimed at encouraging Black Sea shipments.

Legal action, tariffs could be next if negotiations don’t produce solution.

Dictator calls for ‘fundamental transformation’ to maintain food security.