Civil war in Sudan disrupts acacia gum production, impacting global supply. Despite challenges, major suppliers like Alland & Robert and Nexira aim to maintain sourcing, emphasizing economic stability and ethical practices. Manufacturers explore alternatives as supply chain issues persist.
Acacia gum? I don’t believe that “widely used” and “critical” mean the same in this case. (Gum arabic is used to cover all sorts of processed foods - famously M&Ms - so that they don’t stick)
That said, I wish the Sudanese people all the best.