Consumer Price Index
CoBank economist Billy Roberts explains how higher grocery prices are changing consumer buying habits, driving demand for private-label products, discount retailers, and value-focused shopping.
A new CoBank report says higher food prices continue influencing consumer spending and the broader agricultural economy.
Three major egg producers deny wrongdoing but have agreed to a $3.3 million settlement and egg donations to food banks.
Researchers say volatile markets, higher costs and rising interest rates are increasing stress across farm country.
Higher beef prices continue to support food inflation, while egg prices have fallen as production rebounds.
SNAP continued to account for the largest share of food assistance spending as participation and overall program costs increased.
USDA says states with higher SNAP payment error rates could face new financial responsibility under recently approved reforms.
The American Farm Bureau Federation says higher grocery prices are not translating into a larger share of the food dollar for farmers.
Senator Deb Fischer joins us to discuss Farm Bill priorities, Prop-12, year-round E15 legislation, and support for American agriculture.
Analysts say strong diesel exports and lower global inventories could keep fuel prices elevated even as crude oil declines.