Against the background of the growth of world prices for wheat, in France, seriously was disturbed by a possible increase in baguette prices, which are considered one of the status indicators of the French economy, reports Associated Press.
It is noted that many bakery across the country already warn visitors that the price of baguette can grow by 4-6 cents from the average price at a level just over $ 1.
According to experts, one of the reasons for the possible increase in prices for baguettes is the rise in energy prices that make more expensive work of the furnaces.
The production of baguettes is so significant in France that, bakery throughout the country is ready to abandon the production of other bakery products to limit the rise in price of the baguette.
Rising energy prices affects the food industry not only in France, but also in Italy. It is expected that in this country he will lead to an increase in the cost of drying grain, which, in turn, can provoke a rise in prices for bread and pasta in supermarkets.