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Summer’s imperfect produce is too good to waste
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· June 19, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The prices of vegetables and fruits have increased, with vegetables seeing a 3.
Grocery costs in Odessa are on the rise, with fresh produce being no exception. 2% increase. This increase can put a strain on grocery budgets, but there are ways to make the most of the situation.
Using imperfect summer produce is one such option, allowing shoppers to stretch their budgets and reduce waste. com. Further details are available on the site, providing insight into this issue and potential solutions.
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Category: business ·
Published: June 19, 2026 ·
Source: Odessa American (oaoa.com) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Grocery costs in Odessa are on the rise, with fresh produce being no exception. The prices of vegetables and fruits have increased, with vegetables seeing a 3.1% increase in April compared to March…
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