Food Prices Surge Amid Global Crises | Dublin News

Food prices are surging globally, hitting a three-year high as war in Ukraine and the Middle East disrupts supply chains, while extreme weather slashes crop yields. Wheat prices soared 5.8% in July, nearly 10% above last year, fueled by Black Sea shipping risks and heatwaves. Corn also climbed amid U.S. drought and rising energy costs. Meanwhile, meat and dairy prices dipped slightly, offering some relief. The ripple effect is driving cost-of-living crises — grocery bills in Ireland jumped 4.7% annually in June. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/770d334443c48d24