Your grocery bills might be sweating this summer! China’s veggie prices have jumped nearly 40% since mid-June, with tomatoes, cucumbers, and leafy greens leading the charge. Blame it on Mother Nature’s double whammy: record-breaking heatwaves and relentless rain.
From Farm to Fork (With Puddles) 🌾🚚
Data from China’s Ministry of Agriculture shows wholesale prices for 28 key veggies rose from ¥4.29 to ¥6/kg in just two months. \"Summer always brings supply challenges,\" explains agricultural expert Kong Fantao, noting crops struggle in extreme weather while muddy roads delay deliveries.
Flooded Fields, Slim Pickings 🚜💦
Provinces like Hunan and Shandong saw crops drown under heavy rains, shrinking market supplies. The downpours didn’t just damage veggies – they turned farm roads into obstacle courses, slowing trucks and leaving shelves emptier than a TikTok food ASMR video.
While prices usually peak in early September, farmers are racing to stabilize supplies. For now, salad lovers might want to… leaf it for later. 🥗😉
