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How are food prices set?
Food prices are set by a mix of global supply and demand, influenced by factors like weather, harvests, and energy costs for transport and production. Geopolitical events, like the Iran conflict mentioned in the story, can disrupt supply chains or increase energy prices, directly impacting what you pay at the supermarket.
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