date:Jan 28, 2013
ding to estimates from both the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the nations largest farm group.
The American Farm Bureau Federation did a survey during the last quarter of 2012 and found the total cost of 16 food items, including milk, bread, salad and chicken, was $50.54, 3% higher than the same time in 2011.
The governments forecast breaks down costs for items such as meat, poultry and dairy products. Most ranged between 3-4%.
The projected increase for fresh fruits and vegetables is bet