FDF forecasts food prices could rise by 9% in 2026
The Food and Drink Federation has revised its food inflation forecast, expecting it to reach over 9% by the end of the year.
Food inflation is set to rise, warns IGD
The Institute of Grocery Distribution has released updated food inflation forecasts, warning that food inflation could briefly reach more than 8% by June 2026 if disruption to global energy markets persists.
Olive oil prices fall as ONS reports latest inflation rates
The Food and Drink Federation has revealed that food and non-alcoholic drink prices increased by 3.3% in the 12 months to February 2026, down from 3.6% in the 12 months to January.
Food inflation rate falls to 3.6%
The Office for National Statistics has published the latest consumer price inflation figures, as the rate of food inflation fell to 3.6% in January.
IGD finds food industry faces “inflationary pressures”
The Institute of Grocery Distribution has stated that 2026 has started with “renewed uncertainty” for the food industry amid “persisting inflationary pressures”.
