As food prices surge, Russians stop buying fruit, ignore expiration dates, and brace for more hikes — Meduza
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One of the biggest concerns for Russians at the start of this year is the rapid rise in the cost of basic necessities. Across the country, prices for vegetables, fruit, meat, dairy products, pet food, and other everyday goods have climbed sharply. Meduza asked its Russian readers from different regions how higher prices are reshaping their daily lives — and what they’re bracing for next. We’ve translated some of the most notable responses into English.

cross-posted from: https://lemmy.sdf.org/post/50183407

One of the biggest concerns for Russians at the start of this year is the rapid rise in the cost of basic necessities. Across the country, prices for vegetables, fruit, meat, dairy products, pet food, and other everyday goods have climbed sharply.

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  • DarkFuture@lemmy.worldEnglish
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    4 hours ago

    Well, at least Americans can get a preview of what they can look forward to if they don’t get off their couches and do something about their situation.