The Central Bank attributed the rise in meat prices in Altai to a decline in cattle production.

According to experts, buckwheat prices are falling in the region . This is due to farmers clearing out their grain stocks before planting. The supply of raw materials has increased, and its price has fallen. For the same reason, flour price growth has slowed.peas , beans and millet.

Egg price growth in March was also less rapid than previously. This is attributed to increased production in the region itself and increased imports. Cucumber prices also increased more slowly due to the nationwide increase in greenhouse vegetable production.

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Meanwhile, meat prices continue to rise, particularly for beef. According to Central Bank analysts, Altai farmers have seen their cattle herds shrink . At the same time, production costs and wages are increasing. All of this has led to higher meat prices.

Overall, inflation in March in the Altai Krai was 8.9%. This figure remained unchanged from February, but remained the highest in Siberia and exceeded the national average.