Food prices rise amidst COVID-19, supply chain issues and climate change
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Guest: Rosa Saba, business reporter for the Star
If you've been feeling price sticker shock at the checkout counter lately, you're not alone. Canada is bracing for what experts are calling a "perfect storm" as inflation hits the food aisles and prices skyrocket. The latest Food Price Report, released from Dalhousie University's Agri-Food Analytics Lab says Canadians should expect to see the biggest annual increase in food bills on record as the world reels from COVID-19, supply chain issues and climate change. Business reporter Rosa Saba explains what we should expect in the next year and shares some tips for grocery shopping on a budget.