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Grocery prices rise, but these staples are getting cheaper
Proteins, led by ground beef and sirloin, rose the most over two years, while field-grown tomatoes fell 10.8%, CouponFollow said.
- A new CouponFollow analysis reveals proteins, specifically ground beef and sirloin, saw the highest price increases over the past two years, while field-grown tomatoes dropped 10.8% from $2.13 in February 2024 to $1.90 in February 2026.
- Supply shocks and climate-driven crop failures are driving price volatility in import-heavy categories, according to a food economist, with tariffs further compounding fresh produce and coffee costs.
- While some items saw price decreases, overall food basket costs remain elevated for many families compared to previous years, despite the specific decline in field-grown tomato prices.
- A senior trends analyst at CouponFollow suggests consumers mitigate rising costs by purchasing store brands and utilizing coupons to help offset price spikes in certain grocery categories.
- Experts note it takes months for lower commodity prices to reach store shelves, and beef prices are likely to remain elevated through 2027 due to strong consumer demand.
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Grocery prices rise, but these staples are getting cheaper
Overall, while 11 of the 25 common grocery staples fell in price in the last two years, the food items that climbed offset those savings, the analysis showed
·Billings, United States
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