Drought reduces crop yields, shrinks livestock supplies, and raises the cost of agricultural commodities such as wheat, corn, and cattle. Those higher costs often ripple through the supply chain to food manufacturers, grocery stores, and restaurants. Although the effects aren’t always immediate, prolonged drought can contribute to food inflation and eventually show up in broader measures of consumer prices, including the Consumer Price Index (CPI).
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