Resources available in Arizona as cost of food goes up
As food costs rise, more people are struggling with feeding their families.
and last updated 2021-03-09 13:37:01-05
If youâve noticed your grocery store receipt is higher than usual, youâre not alone. Grocery store food prices rose 3.5% in 2020 compared to 2019, according to the Economic Research Service at the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
An increase in food costs has made it more difficult for some families, which is why advocacy groups are reminding consumers that help is out there.
A recent survey by the U.S. Census found about a quarter of Arizona residents who are eligible for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, known as SNAP, arenât using it.