5 items that retailers struggle to maintain inventory

Wheat and corn prices increased as worries about shortages increased following reports that Russia will no longer uphold a wartime grain agreement that kept supply moving out of the battle zone in Ukraine.

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Global grain shortages would affect supplies of convenience items like pasta, crackers, and more in addition to bread and flour.

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Ukraine is a significant supplier of corn as well, and although severe shortages are not anticipated, Russia's continued disruption of shipments may cause some delays and hitches in maintaining a stable worldwide supply.

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Stock up on corn-based cereals, tortillas, and other processed foods because corn is a popular ingredient in many American processed foods because it is both inexpensive and simple to farm.

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Ukraine also provides a large portion of the world's sunflower oil in addition to grains and corn.

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Since many food producers are looking for substitutes, the demand for other oils—like soybean and palm oil, which are impacted by drought—has increased.

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California is fighting an uphill battle to prevent this year's tomato harvest from failing due to the severe drought. Even in India, where the tomato is a staple of local cuisine, global supplies are under strain.

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