Family Grocery Bills Rise as Egg Prices Jump
An Associated Press market basket survey shows continued rise in family grocery costs in late July after price controls were eased. Across 13 cities, 12 of 13 saw higher totals from July 23 to July 31 with eggs and pork chops leading gains, while beef remained under ceiling until September.
Market prices rise in 13 cities after food controls end
A special AP survey conducted July 23 to July 31 across 13 cities shows eggs and pork chops among the most expensive items. The report notes total grocery bills increased in 12 of the cities following the Phase 4 announcement ending controls on all foods except beef. AP Wirephoto.
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Beef Complaints To Washington Washington Officials Probe Meat Price Ceilings
Beef industry representatives pressed their case in Washington as price ceilings trigger shortages from New York to Houston. Officials reported likely continued higher prices, while a government probe reviews profits in the meat trade and certainty remains about cafeteria menus this fall. Virginia Knauer noted several fish species found in Nebraska waters.
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