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Grocery prices are INSANE Food or famine? Americans won't afford this GREED
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There's no denying it - grocery bills are biting harder than ever. This isn't just a case of a few items getting pricier; it's a broad spectrum of food staples hitting s contribute to this perfect storm:
Inflation: The general rise in the cost of goods and services isn't sparing groceries. Fuel price hikes translate to higher transportation costs, impacting everything from farm-to-table logistics to packaging and retail operations. Rising labor costs also factor in, as food producers and retailers face pressure to compensate workers.
Supply Chain Disruptions: The pandemic's lingering effects continue to disrupt the complex tapestry of the food supply chain. Labor shortages, port congestion, and transportation delays all lead to slower movement of goods, creating supply bottlenecks and driving up prices.
Global Events: The war in Ukraine has significantly impacted wheat and sunflower oil production, pushing up prices of key ingredients in bread, pasta, and cooking oils. Extreme weather events like droughts and floods further disrupt crop yields, creating unpredictable harvests and price fluctuations.
Consumer Choices: With inflation squeezing budgets, consumers are shifting towards cheaper, processed foods, further impacting the demand and pricing of fresh produce and other healthy options. This can create a vicious cycle where affordability trumps nutrition, potentially worsening long-term health outcomes.
The Ripple Effect: The cascading impact of high grocery prices is undeniable. As a significant portion of household income gets swallowed by food costs, other essential expenses like rent, mortgages, and car payments become increasingly difficult to afford.
Here are some potential remedies:
Government intervention: Investing in sustainable agriculture, strengthening supply chains, and providing targeted financial assistance to low-income households can help alleviate the immediate pressure.
Business adaptation: Food producers and retailers can explore innovations in logistics and resource management to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
Consumer awareness: Educating consumers about healthy food choices on limited budgets can empower them to make informed decisions and stretch their dollars further.
Addressing the issue of rising grocery prices requires a collective effort. By understanding the interconnected factors at play and considering potential solutions, we can work towards a more resilient and equitable food system for everyone.
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Oklahoma Gardening Episode #4806 (08/07/21)
0:00 Welcome to Oklahoma Gardening!
1:20 August Hort Tips
Host Casey Hentges gives us the run down for the month of August and tells us what we might expect to see in the garden this time of year.
Be sure to check out facts.okstate.edu for more information!
Ornamental and Lawn Pest Control (For Homeowners) EPP-7306
Fall Gardening HLA-6009
Bermudagrass Lawn Management Calendar L-441
4:56 HOA Rain Garden
We talk with the President of the Home Owner's Association at Lake View Village, Natalea Watkins, to see how they had decided to tackle the issue of drainage of their retention pond by reaching out to OSU Landscape and Architecture Professor, Qing Lana, and her students to make their pond both functional and aesthetically pleasing.
Check out the Horticulture and Landscape Architecture webpage for more information and the major.
16:07 OKP's Teddy Bear Magnolia
David Hillock, Consumer Horticulture Specialist at OSU, tells us about the Oklahoma Proven tree for 2021, the Teddybear® Southern Magnolia. Southern magnolias are the southern belles of evergreen plants producing large, fragrant, creamy white flowers, traditionally found on large estates and plantations of the south. In the urban landscape the species is too big, enter ‘Southern Charm’ also known as Teddybear® a dwarf, compact version of the species.
Be sure to check out the Oklahoma Proven website for more information!
18:30 Sausage and Tortellini Soup
Barbara Brown, Nutrition Specialist at OSU, gives us a real treat with her Italian Sausage and Cheese Tortellini Soup recipe. It's delicious so be sure to check out her recipe on our website:
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