The Cost of Food Jumps Another 0.8 Percent in September

The food at home index rose 13.0 percent over the last 12 months. Cereals and bakery products increased 16.2 percent. Food away from home rose 8.5 percent. Fruits and vegetables are up 10.4 percent. Other food at home is up 15.7 percent. Nonalcoholic beverages are up 12.9 percent. Meats, poultry, fish, and eggs are up 9.0 percent.