Daily food commodities record the largest price jumps in April

Ottawa —

Prices of several basic food commodities in Canada witnessed notable increases during April, adding pressure on household budgets despite the overall inflation remaining below the higher levels feared by some economists.
Tomatoes topped the list of the largest increases, with their price rising by 20.9% compared to the same month last year, making them one of the most impactful food items on grocery bills.
Prices of roasted or ground coffee also rose by 18.8%, at a time when consumers continue to face higher costs for daily products related to regular home consumption.
Ground beef recorded an annual increase of 13.3%, while prices of carrots rose by 10.5%, and fresh or frozen pork by 9.4%.
The increases also included biscuits and crackers, which rose by 8.3% year-on-year.
These figures reflect the ongoing food pressures inside stores, where consumers feel the price hikes directly when purchasing essential and recurring goods, even when the overall inflation increase is less severe.
The rise in food prices comes at a time when Canadian households face higher costs in other areas, including energy, transportation, and housing, making grocery bills a fundamental part of the cost of living crisis.
Data indicates that food inflation remains higher than the pace of overall inflation, which explains the continued concern among households, especially those with limited income, about the declining ability to cover daily needs.