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Global food prices recorded an increase in March 2026. This is reflected in the world food index value which rose 3 points to reach 128.5 points. In the prior month, the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) world food index stood at 125.5 points.
The largest percentage increase was recorded for the meat category, rising by 0.95%. FAO outlook reports note that meat prices saw increases during January, February and March this year.
(Read: Garlic Price in East Kalimantan Became the Highest Nationally (Tuesday, 23 June 2026))
The all-time highest monthly increase for the meat price index occurred in February.
This was followed by dairy products which increased by 1.26%.
Meanwhile, cereal grain prices rose by 1.56%. For cereals this year, FAO registered a price increase only in March; price declines were recorded in January and February, with the lowest cereal index level seen in March.
Vegetable oils increased by 5.11%, while the sugar index posted the biggest gain: rose 6.2 points (7.19%) to reach 92.4 level.
This world food price index is at the highest level recorded so far this year. On a year-to-date basis since the start of the year, the food price index has grown by 3.55%.
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| Economic growth | 5,11% | +0.08 | |
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