FAO food price index rises in September
The global food price index reached 136 points, up 1.5% month-on-month and 5.8% year-on-year, marking the strongest growth since the start of the year.
Sugar prices rose 6.1% on expected supply cuts for the 2026/27 season, while cereals increased 5.1%. Wheat jumped 6.3% due to logistics issues and drought in North America. Corn climbed 5.6% amid US yield concerns, reduced Brazilian exports, and Black Sea delivery disruptions.
Vegetable oils rose 0.9%, meat fell 1.1%, and dairy dropped 0.1%.
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