"Food inflation" is a term used to describe the increase in the overall cost of food over time. It means that the prices of different food items are rising, making it more expensive for people to buy the food they need. Full definition
Whilst far below wider food inflation rates, it was a timely reminder of the importance of increasing take up of healthy school meals if we're going to keep them affordable for everyone. (educationbusinessuk.net)
Key risks include higher or lower food inflation or increased competition from the large supermarkets. (afr.com)
The department issued its latest monthly projection for 2011 food inflation today, leaving its estimate unchanged at 3 percent to 4 percent. (bloomberg.com)