Re:‘Less than half’ fresh produce sold globally makes any pr...
by sokoloff on Wednesday September 20, 2023 @05:02PM
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People buy hot water poured over roasted and ground up beans for $5+.
People buy tap water in plastic bottles at a ballgame for $5+.
I do not conclude from those facts that "that means or appears to mean is that the cost of food goods is now driven by cost of production".
People are willing to pay for convenience and comfort. A bag of chips, a cup of Starbucks, or a bottle of cold water at a ballgame represents comfort and convenience.
People buy tap water in plastic bottles at a ballgame for $5+.
I do not conclude from those facts that "that means or appears to mean is that the cost of food goods is now driven by cost of production".
People are willing to pay for convenience and comfort. A bag of chips, a cup of Starbucks, or a bottle of cold water at a ballgame represents comfort and convenience.