An expert predicts lower food prices in the Chelyabinsk region thanks to the harvest season.

As a result, the overall reduction in the cost of the grocery basket is less than 1%. Further price reductions for fruits and vegetables are expected , but the cost of dairy products continues to rise due to higher utility costs. Experts predict a bumper harvest this year, which could lead to a stabilization or reduction in food prices . Large retail chains are also limiting markups on popular items. Vadim Vorobey, a pricing expert, offers advice on saving money while shopping, recommending stocking up during the low-price season and using discount cards.