Food prices in second half of July stabilize, but increase slightly from June

According to data published by the Central Statistical Office (GUS), in the second half of July food prices have not changed compared to the first half of the month. However, prices have increased by 0.4 % compared to the end of June. Rising grain product prices contributed mostly to the increase. It is an effect of the lower than usual harvest, due to drought and light frost. The prices of meat also increased by 3%. Only prices of produce decreased. Vegetables by 6.4% in the second part of July and fruits by 1.7%. (Gazeta Wyborcza, page 18) A.D.