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Food inflation has once again become a major global concern in May 2026, affecting households, restaurants, retailers, and governments around the world. Consumers are facing higher grocery bills, increased restaurant prices, and growing uncertainty about future food costs. Several factors are contributing to this situation, including supply chain disruptions, rising packaging costs, energy prices, labor shortages, and climate-related challenges. In the United Kingdom, one of the biggest stories this month involves the government’s packaging tax policies. Industry leaders have warned that additional packaging costs could significantly increase food prices for consumers over the next two years. Food manufacturers argue that many of these expenses are eventually passed directly to shoppers, leading to higher costs for everyday grocery items. Meanwhile, dairy prices have also increased in several countries. In India, leading dairy brands such as Amul and Mother Dairy announced milk price...