TOKYO, Sep 06 (News On Japan) –
The scarcity of rice is inflicting costs to extend, and that is affecting packaged rice merchandise, that are recognized for his or her lengthy shelf life.
JA Zen-Noh (National Federation of Agricultural Cooperative Associations) introduced that it’ll elevate the costs of its packaged rice, bought on-line and at some supermarkets, beginning with shipments on November 1st.
The rise in prices is pushed by the continued excessive costs of gas and uncooked supplies, mixed with the present rice scarcity, which has led to a surge within the value of uncooked rice.
The value improve is anticipated to be round 10 to 13% of the prompt retail value. Some merchandise which can be now not worthwhile will probably be discontinued.
Sato Foods has additionally introduced that beginning in December, all of its ‘Sato no Gohan’ packaged rice merchandise will see a value hike.
Source: ANN