Global Food Prices Rise 1.5% in September Amid Supply Chain Disruptions
Global food prices rose by 1.5% in September compared to the revised August figure, according to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO). The FAO Food Price Index stood at 136 points in September, which is a 2-point increase from August.
The index was driven by higher prices for grains, vegetable oils, and sugar. The Cereal Price Index rose by 5.1% compared to August and by 17.2% compared to September 2025. Global wheat prices reached their highest level since August 2023, increasing by 6.3% on a monthly basis.
Logistical challenges in the Black Sea region were a significant factor driving price increases, with importers turning to alternative suppliers due to these difficulties. Drought conditions in some parts of North America ahead of the winter wheat planting season also contributed to higher prices.