Drought hits consumers' food budget Saturday, November 3, 2012 According to an estimate that The Food Institute announced in early September, the drought in the American Midwest will cost an American family of four just over US$351 in added food costs in the coming year, or about $6.75 a week. The Food Institute apportions one third of this to increased beef costs. Fresh produce will cost an additional $23.50 a year next year. Extra spending on meats will cost an additional US$44 over all of next year for a family of four, or $30 for a family of two.The organization calculates these costs based upon the U.S. Department of Agriculture's latest food price projections, which include reports that prices for food eaten at home will increase by four per cent next year. Food eaten away from home will rise by up to 3.5 per cent.The Food Institute is based in Upper Saddle River, N.J. BF Flying lanterns take a toll on the farm European coffee drinkers cut back European coffee drinkers cut back
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Ontario Plowmen's Association Vows to Keep 2027 International Plowing Match in Lambton County on Track Thursday, July 9, 2026 The Ontario Plowmen's Association (OPA) says it remains fully committed to hosting the 2027 International Plowing Match and Rural Expo (IPM) in Lambton County, despite recent reports that the local volunteer committee has withdrawn from the event following unsuccessful negotiations with... Read this article online
Canadian Grain Commission Updates Grain Grading Rules for 2026-27 Crop Year Wednesday, July 8, 2026 The Canadian Grain Commission (CGC) is introducing several important changes to grain grading procedures for the 2026-27 crop year, including updates affecting Canada Western Amber Durum, wheat and red lentils. The revisions, which take effect August 1, were developed following... Read this article online