Bread, Maize Flour Among Food Items Set for Price Hike in July, Survey Reveals

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According to the Agriculture Sector Survey for May 2026 , respondents expect prices of key food items in the core Consumer Price Index basket to increase over the next month, largely due to concerns over the impact of the ongoing US-Israel-Iran conflict on global supply chains.

Among the commodities expected to register price increases are rice varieties, bread, maize flour, wheat flour, sugar, cooking oil, cooking fat and packaged milk.

The survey found that concerns over rising global oil prices and disruptions in shipping routes have continued to influence expectations on the cost of imported and processed food products.

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However, the outlook was more favourable for several fresh food items, with respondents expecting prices of vegetables and some farm produce to decline over the same period.

CBK said prices of spinach, sukuma wiki, traditional vegetables and unpackaged fresh milk are expected to fall as improved harvests increase supplies in local markets.

The anticipated decline has been attributed to favourable rainfall experienced during the March-May 2026 long rains season, which boosted production in many farming regions.

“There were, however, some respondents who were not as optimistic about the agriculture sector prospects, pointing out that the early onset of rainfall in February 2026 had adversely affected land preparation in some regions,” the survey noted in part.

Tomatoes, onions, potatoes, carrots, green maize, maize grain and green grams are also expected to benefit from improved market supply, although expectations varied across regions.

The survey further showed that while inflation concerns remain elevated , fewer respondents expect sharp price increases compared to previous months.

📰 Source: Kenyans.co.ke

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