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Global food prices ease slightly in September – FAO

Global food prices ease slightly in September – FAO

Elevated meat prices remain a drag on food inflation

Elevated meat prices remain a drag on food inflation

By Paul Makube 19 Sep 2025

Global food prices hold steady in August, says FAO

Global food prices hold steady in August, says FAO

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