Predicting Price Increases from the Drought
What commodity prices can supermarket retail buyers and food manufacturers expect to see increase first? Will all supermarket categories be affected? Refresh read more Supermarket News
Tag: Drought
Drought Impact Seen as Minimal
NEW YORK — The severe drought that has damaged corn and soybean crops in the Midwest may lead to a “modest and gradual uptick” in food inflation next year, according … Continue Reading →
Organic Gets Some Drought Relief
Organic producers affected by the worsening drought were notified this week that the USDA National Organic Program is preparing to offer temporary variances on a number of NOP controls. Refresh … Continue Reading →
Food prices expected to increase in 2013 due to drought
According to the Associated Press, the drought gripping the United States is a major reason why consumers can expect to pay 3–4% more for groceries in 2013, the U.S. Dept. … Continue Reading →
Are the effects of the drought being felt in your store?
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USDA announces new assistance for farmers, ranchers impacted by drought
U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack has announced new flexibility and assistance in the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture’s (USDA) major conservation programs to get much-needed help to livestock producers as the … Continue Reading →
Drought to Impact Meat Prices
WASHINGTON — Meat prices were already at historic levels, but the ongoing drought in the Midwest will likely bring even heftier long-term price tags. read more Supermarket News
Can the Industry Handle the Drought?
The extent and severity of these drought conditions likely mean retail price hikes will be noticeable and indiscriminate. Refresh read more Supermarket News