Yara's response to the pandemic
Tackling the crisis together
From farmers to agronomists, truck drivers, bakers, grocery store workers – everyone shares a desire to sustain our world and its population today and in the future.
Yara takes action to avert hunger crisis in the wake of Covid-19
In the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, the number of people facing acute hunger could double. Supported by the United Nations, the Norwegian government and African institutions, Yara is taking action and committing $25 million to provide food for more than one million people in Southern and Eastern Africa. Read the full press release.
We are facing the crisis of a lifetime
Failing to act could cause irreversible social and economic damage. We must ensure that food is still grown, harvested and transported, to feed the world – and leave no one hungry.
Covid close to home – how the Yara family is playing its part
Myanmar
In Myanmar, struggling watermelon farmers were unable to export their produce to China because of the Covid-19 restrictions on the border. Yara bought two truck-loads of their produce and donated them to three local hospitals.
Colombia
In Colombia, truck delivery drivers are among the few citizens allowed to travel freely. Shops and restaurants are closed and local communities shun them for fear of the virus. As a result the drivers have nowhere to eat. Those delivering to our plants in Colombia are offered a lunch or dinner.
India
In Maharashtra, one of the worst affected areas of India, Yara employees have distributed masks and sanitizers to frontline workers particularly exposed to Covid-19, such as those cleaning the streets and collecting garbage.
North America
In North America, restaurants are closed and many farmers have little choice but to dispose of their crops. Yara donates to food banks that actively support struggling farmers, buying their produce directly and distributing it through their systems.
Latest news about Covid-19
Action Africa: Thriving Farms, Thriving Future: first fertilizer shipment sets sail for Kenya & Tanzania
A Call to Action for World Leaders
Yara is a signatory to a Call to Action led by the Food and Land Use Coalition (FOLU) to prevent a global food security crisis while combatting COVID-19.
Yara to ensure income security for employees and contractors
Yara announces it will ensure paid sick leave and guarantee full pay for three months in case of temporary layoffs.
Operational status
Yara’s operations are running well. We continuously monitor the status, especially regarding operational staff and logistical challenges. Keep up to date on the situation here.
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Kristin Nordal
Vice President Corporate Communications
Josiane Kremer
Director External Communications
