What Grocery items have doubled in price since 2022?

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Australian shoppers continue to feel the impact of rising grocery prices, with several everyday essentials costing significantly more than they did just four years ago.

Items such as olive oil, eggs, chocolate, coffee, dairy products and some meats have seen some of the largest increases, driven by global supply shortages, extreme weather events, disease outbreaks and higher transport and production costs.

Olive oil prices have surged after poor harvests in major producing countries, with a 1-litre bottle that once sold for around $12–$14 now often costing more than $24.

Popular snacks have also become more expensive. Products like Tim Tams and potato chips have nearly doubled in price, while some pack sizes have become smaller.

Egg prices jumped following avian influenza outbreaks that reduced poultry numbers across parts of Australia, creating supply shortages that pushed prices higher.

Chocolate and coffee have also been affected by global shortages and adverse weather in key growing regions. Consumers are now paying considerably more for chocolate blocks, coffee beans and instant coffee than they were a few years ago.

Dairy products, including milk and cheese, have risen steadily due to increased farm, labour and transport costs. Meat prices have also climbed, with beef, lamb and chicken becoming more expensive for many households.

While some global commodity prices have started to stabilise, industry experts say ongoing production, packaging and freight costs mean shoppers are unlikely to see major price reductions anytime soon.

Source : 9 News

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