The civil war in Sudan has dire consequences for the global supply of gum arabic, a resin used in various products including candies, medicines, and cosmetics. Once responsible for up to 80% of the world's supply, Sudan's gum arabic trade is now dominated by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), a paramilitary group that has disrupted agricultural activities and looted resources. The conflict, which began in April 2023, has resulted in the deaths of hundreds of thousands and displaced around 14 million people, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis. Farmers like Adam Ahmad have seen their livelihoods destroyed, with the RSF imposing heavy taxes and seizing control of supply routes. The gum trade, which generated $183 million in 2022, now faces severe challenges as the RSF integrates it into their smuggling operations. As a result, Chad has become the main supplier of gum arabic to the U.S., as looted Sudanese gum is sold at discounted prices. The ongoing violence and economic turmoil have left millions of Sudanese without the means to sustain themselves, with no end to the conflict in sight.