Heatflation: How sizzling temperatures drive up food prices

Grist
By Kate YoderJul 15, 2022, 10:45 am217 pts
Vicious heat waves are sweeping parts of the globe this week, along with the dangers that come with blazing-hot temperatures: wildfires, dehydration, and even death. The hot weather could also push prices up for food, making inflation even worse. Western Europe is facing sweltering temperatures again this week,…

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