FOOD Report food & grocery shortages / price increases here: 2022 Edition

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von Koehler

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Got everything from my online order from Walmart BUT prices continue to creep up.

For example, their frozen green beans (which are excellent) went from $1.00 a bag to $1.34 a bag. This is in less than six months. Inflation?

Southeast Iowa.

P.S. the Amish have picked clean the local Aldi that is closing soon.

The town is rather pissed off at Aldi's apparently it was a corporate decision made awhile ago. The next nearest Aldi is about a hours ride to the northeast.
 
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Sherrynboo

Veteran Member
I went to Aldi's yesterday, only the second time I have been in there. Their milk was $1.55/gal! I have been paying close to $4 or over $4 everywhere else. The honey wheat bread with no HFCS was .95 a loaf but not name brand. I have been paying over $3 per loaf for Nature's Own.
 

anney

Veteran Member
I did two grocery pickups this weekend between Wal Mart and Kroger, of which, both stores had everything I had requested. Yes the prices are definitely going up, oy vey.

We did have to go into Wal Mart before we got the grocery pick up and we glanced around, most everything was stocked well enough except for cases of water...not much there at all. The cold/flu OTC meds were very sparse (which I expected since our numbers are thru the roof).

Our Wal Mart had done a re-arranging of the groceries (I had not been inside Wal Mart in about 3 months or better). I noticed less choice of products on all varieties.
 

DazedandConfused

Veteran Member
What are you feeding them?? My younger ones are just beginning to lay now but my older ones haven't put out an egg in months.
16% layer pellets 24/7 in a feeder. Each morning when I let them out of the coop I throw a solo cup full of scratch and a cup full of whole corn. Midday they get a treat of black sunflower seeds and meal worms and any kitchen scraps we have. The more protein the better. All the feed is Tractor Supply brand.
 

phloydius

Veteran Member
Here is either a funny, sad, or depressing story (I'm not sure which):

I was on the phone with an ex-work associate today, and they were shopping at an HEB in Austin. While they were checking out they mentioned that the stockers were just putting out a box of organic plain elbow macaroni noodles, and were priced at $1.19 per pack. They were lamenting that they did not have any of the less expensive non-organic ones (which would be $0.99 each), and that they have been wanting to make some casserole dish they liked, but haven't been able to get any of the elbow macaroni for it in the last two weeks. I mentioned something along the lines of well, if you grabbed 3 or 4 of them, that is still less than a buck extra and compared it to the price of a Starbucks coffee. (They make good money, and splurge on Starbucks almost every day). They responded that they didn't buy any & would check back tomorrow to see if they have any of the cheaper type. I suggested I doubted that they would even have the organic stuff by tomorrow and asked them how much they would spend in gas to come back for it (but got no answer). They simply said, don't worry, there were like over 100 bags there (which was probably an exaggeration) & that there would be plenty left tomorrow. I said something like, "Want to put money on it?" A nervous laugh. And the conversation ended while they were putting groceries in the car.
They called back about 15-20mins later after thinking about what I said, they decided to go back in and get a couple of bags. They were aghast that all the organic elbow macaroni noodles were already GONE. They asked someone when they would be getting more, and were simply told (by some random employee / stocker) that it was anyone's guess, it came in when it came in.

*Sigh*
 

bracketquant

Veteran Member
Got everything from my online order from Walmart BUT prices continue to creep up.

For example, their frozen green beans (which are excellent) went from $1.00 a bag to $1.34 a bag. This is in less than six months. Inflation?

Southeast Iowa.

P.S. the Amish have picked clean the local Aldi that is closing soon.
Same weight?
 

bracketquant

Veteran Member
DARING

Anyone see these plant-based "chicken" nuggets at their WalMart? It has completely taken over one of the open frozen food bins usually reserved for real beef. At almost $12 a pound, will it sell?

On another note, I think my local WalMart store manager is a genius. He is getting overloaded with things like frozen pizzas, that can't fit behind the glass. The empty spots in those walk around frozen meat bins get filled with the pizzas, along with a big sign. I don't know if he's doing the over-ordering or if it's coming from Bentonville. And ramen is also over-ordered. It has filled its regular spot, takes up two end of aisle displays, and is on pallets out in the center aisles. I figure that much will last two weeks rather than the usual one.
 

Milk-maid

Girls with Guns Member
Instant, non-fat dry milk, tasted on the JIm Bakker show, being fresh and creamy?

Is this the Babylon Bee?

Serious. I got it because their guests all were amazed it was non-fat dry-milk.
I wanted to try it.
I had Carnation Instant milk growing up and it was terrible.
This is a world of difference. Once it's been chilled, it tastes fresh.
I wanted it for my preps.
 

Milk-maid

Girls with Guns Member
16% layer pellets 24/7 in a feeder. Each morning when I let them out of the coop I throw a solo cup full of scratch and a cup full of whole corn. Midday they get a treat of black sunflower seeds and meal worms and any kitchen scraps we have. The more protein the better. All the feed is Tractor Supply brand.
Meal worms are so expensive. My chickens only get them on Sunday's as a special treat.
I'm getting 4-5 eggs a day. They are from my first year, young ones. Older gurls are resting thru winter.
No supplement light.
 

AlaskaSue

North to the Future
Stopped into the Palmer Safeway for a couple things and decided to do a quick look-see. Whew, there are many, many empty cases - very little in bakery (despite being an in-store bakery), some holes in the paper goods, a lot of empty meat cases (but I picked up some fresh local pork - discounted plus add’l 30% off for club members. Meaning I picked up eight lbs fresh boneless pork for $8.00. I need to go back and plan a canning day.).

Flour, beans, rice, sugar all were sparse when I was there today - but not chips or soda! Pasta and soups were scanty but not depleted. Long, long line at the pharmacy, which is unusual there. Fresh produce looked normal for this time of year.

This is pretty much how it looks most days. I think I need to step up some of my work days around here before my next flight out of state.

By the way, gasoline is running $3.65 to $3.95. Propane is $4.00.
 

workhorse

Veteran Member
Local Walmart no eggs few butters no creamer 75 percent of freezer cases empty. No pre packaged lunch meat, bacon or sausage. Produce very skimpy nothing in bakery. Hardly any bread. NE Georgia
 

bracketquant

Veteran Member
Serious. I got it because their guests all were amazed it was non-fat dry-milk.
I wanted to try it.
I had Carnation Instant milk growing up and it was terrible.
This is a world of difference. Once it's been chilled, it tastes fresh.
I wanted it for my preps.

Please post a list of ingredients, as printed on the container.
 

catskinner

Veteran Member
Local east Arkansas Kroger this morning had inventory that was low, very low or empty. I saw one employee stocking the eggs. None of the check out lanes were open and there was a super long line for the self check. There were 2 employees in deep conversation and not paying attention. One began to walk away and an older lady in the long line questioned her about what was going on. This is what I heard. The employee said that there were only 2 of them working today and it was time for her break and she was going to take it.
Apparently, there were only 3 employees in the store. One stocker and 2 checkers trying to run the self check. Never seen it like that before.
 

psychgirl

Has No Life - Lives on TB
Local east Arkansas Kroger this morning had inventory that was low, very low or empty. I saw one employee stocking the eggs. None of the check out lanes were open and there was a super long line for the self check. There were 2 employees in deep conversation and not paying attention. One began to walk away and an older lady in the long line questioned her about what was going on. This is what I heard. The employee said that there were only 2 of them working today and it was time for her break and she was going to take it.
Apparently, there were only 3 employees in the store. One stocker and 2 checkers trying to run the self check. Never seen it like that before.
Sounds like our Kroger. Staffing went down by at least 50% if not more immediately following the holidays. Even on weekends and sundays they only have three check outs, at most, open with employees.
If a bagger is there I consider that a lucky day.

I’m wondering if this isn’t what was meant by the “friend of our work clientwho’s regional with Kroger “ saying after December 1st things were going to be real bad?

***refer back to that post ***
 

Nich1

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Meal worms are so expensive
Yes, they are. You can grow your own! If you have room for a container...I use a large storage tub...all you have to do is get started! Put some wheat bran in the bottom, add some beetles or even live worms and voile...they start producing. It costs a little to get started but after that, it's easy.

Once a week or so, I put some carrot chunks on top of some plastic lids. The worms and beetles seem to like these. The lids keep the carrots off the bran; otherwise, the bran gets damp and can mold. Of course, the container has to be in a warm place. They do not like direct sunlight. I have a screen over the container and then put the lid on top with it upside down in order to allow air flow. In the summer, I put the container outside and it is fine.

The cycle is quite interesting. The beetles lay eggs which turn into the worms. The worms turn into larvae which turn into beetles and on it goes. I put some lightly wadded newspaper on top of the bran. The beetles seem to like to lay the eggs there. I've been doing this for over 10 years and always have plenty of worms.

I'm sure you can find more info about this online. If you want to know more from me, just pm me and I'm happy to try to help. I have used these worms for feed but also when I have a sick bird. I can bring the sick one inside and keep it inside a dog cage, feeding it meal worms along with bird seed and water. It has done wonders. Maybe it was the high protein from the meal worms, maybe not. I've just always been glad to see the ill ones rebound.
 

packyderms_wife

Neither here nor there.
Got everything from my online order from Walmart BUT prices continue to creep up.

For example, their frozen green beans (which are excellent) went from $1.00 a bag to $1.34 a bag. This is in less than six months. Inflation?

Southeast Iowa.

P.S. the Amish have picked clean the local Aldi that is closing soon.

The town is rather pissed off at Aldi's apparently it was a corporate decision made awhile ago. The next nearest Aldi is about a hours ride to the northeast.

So contact HyVee corporate and petition them to put in one of their new Dollar Fresh stores, they are very competitive with Aldi! There are choices out there now.
 

packyderms_wife

Neither here nor there.
So contact HyVee corporate and petition them to put in one of their new Dollar Fresh stores, they are very competitive with Aldi! There are choices out there now.


Okay for those of you in small little towns that have no Aldi, or are losing their Aldi, you should contact HyVee Corporate and petition them for one of their new Dollar Fresh stores.

There's one in a town east of me, see photo below, and they are very competitive with Fareway and Aldi, and sometimes even Dollar General. I've been hearing really good things about this new type of store format, and I know their goal is to set up in as many small towns, like Cherokee, IA, that will have them.

If the weather was nicer I'd be going over to Nevada today for some bell peppers, avocados, and a few other items they have on special.

I hear there's one going up in Huxley, IA, and possibly one on the west side of Boone, IA as well. Story City lost their only grocery store due to the new owers mismanagement, so now the city is petitioning HyVee to put in one of their Dollar Fresh Stores.


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greysage

On The Level
Buzzed into Hannafords (South central-northwest Vt) after driving a family member for a procedure.

First off, only one check out and the express lane/customer service counter. One of the self check looked to be out of order.

Was only getting some stuff I was sort of low on or wanted to have and couple items I wanted.
Zero black beans in cans, no brands, no low salt, no spicey flavor, no Bush's, no store brand, no fancy organic.

Really was hoping to score standard powdered Cascade dishwasher detergent. Not a chance. Plenty of pods though.

The standard price for any item seems to be $5.49. Ran a box of angel hair pasta through at $2.99 and thought I won the lottery.

Cream cheese area looked empty. Six pack plastic bottles Diet Pepsi $3.69, that's up from sub $3. Low on cream and creamers, from milk to flavored.

Have to say the place was pretty well full for a Monday, other than a few items. Meat and chicken were well stocked. Same with produce.

Pasta and cereals were sparse.

Some people looked to be doing some specific shopping. They just looked like they were out looking for things before they can't get them. Eyeing stuff wondering if they should get it.

The mask thing has really screwed up society.
 

Cardinal

Chickministrator
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Run to local Walmart had some bare shelves in every section. The main areas of meat, produce and dairy were very sparse.
No bacon, hot dogs or other processed meats to be had.
I was able to get 2 bags of the #10 chicken leg quarters (I use some of that to supplement dog food)
and I got two large bags of frozen broccoli.
The pasta aisle was very picked over and dairy-very little of any sort to be had.
 

Jeepcats27

Senior Member
I went to Giant to fill in some items that I didn't get last week due to the weather.
Giant is one of the few places in the area with Ball canning lids.
They have never put any Ball lids, jars, spices, etc. on sale.
In two weeks, the Ball prices jumped 25% to 30%.
Their prices for lids jumped a dollar for the regular lids--2.69 to 3.69 today.
The wide mouth lids jumped a dollar from 3.99 to 4.99.
I've already stocked up on lids for next year but maybe I should start looking for Tattlers.
Jars were up $ 2 too.
 

Barry Natchitoches

Has No Life - Lives on TB
I just got back from a regional grocery chain in suburban Memphis.

It cost me over $40 for: 4 cases of bottled water, 5 twelve ounce packages of spaghetti type pasta (one pack was 99 cents), 3 twenty-four ounce containers of cottage cheese, one single pound of 80/20 hamburger ($5.99 per pound), and 2 small packages of frozen broccoli (9 ounces per package).

OUCH!

I did not see any holes anywhere I looked. There was even a decent amount of many different sizes and shapes of pasta.

The meat case was mostly full - no holes - and there was an assortment of beef, pork, chicken, bacon, bologna and ground turkey. i saw whole, frozen turkeys in another part of the store.

I noticed, however, that there were no expensive cuts - it was alot of cheaper cuts of pork, chicken leg quarters or drumsticks, etc.

The highest quality hamburger they had was the 80/20 mix that I bought. Most of what they had was 73/27 mix.

The bacon was priced into the stratosphere (8 or 9 dollars a pound). Nobody I saw was buying it.

I was going to buy a pack or two of sliced bologna, but they didn’t have any King Cotton brand. They had Oscar Mayer and BarS, but no King Cotton.

Prices were definitely on the high side. I did NOT get any milk to replace my magic gallon, because milk was selling fot $4.99 a gallon for ordinary 2% white milk. Too rich for my blood, at least today.

I did not see any panic buying.

I also saw few people wearing masks. Mostly just workers.
 

briches

Veteran Member
Just did a small grocery trip today (central VA). Many many holes and definitely higher prices. The following were some things I observed (not all on my list) -

Pasta was picked over. Zero ramen noodles in the styrofoam cups. No fresh carrots. Paper products were picked over. Zero cans of cat food. Medicine aisle barely had anything. Breakfast items in the frozen section empty. Frozen bread empty. No spreadable butter. No distilled water. No chunky soups. (I didn’t look at meats.)

Prices up.
Thankfully I keep a full pantry. I have backups. Will keep it on my list and hope for the next time.
 

Dennis Olson

Chief Curmudgeon
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For pet food, a tip:

I have a local BBQ restaurant that sells their trimmings for $1/lb. You’re not going to get a deal like that anywhere. These are fresh trimmings from doing business during the day. It’s mostly fat but there’s a surprising amount of meat ends and pieces mixed in. They toss the “scraps boxes” twice a day unless the contents are sold. Ask around.
 

phloydius

Veteran Member
I have a local BBQ restaurant that sells their trimmings for $1/lb. You’re not going to get a deal like that anywhere. These are fresh trimmings from doing business during the day. It’s mostly fat but there’s a surprising amount of meat ends and pieces mixed in. They toss the “scraps boxes” twice a day unless the contents are sold. Ask around.

What is the name of that place? Maybe there is one near me (assuming it is a chain)!
 
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