Monday, April 28, 2008

apirl 28 2008

NiMiA hEnRiQuEz


Run on rice makes its way to U.S.

wHo:customers would no longer be allowed to purchase more than four bags of jasmine, basmati or long-grain white rice on each visit.


wHaT:Worried about rising prices worldwide, customers have been stocking up, prompting sales limits.


wHeN:Wednesday


wHeRe:worldwide


hOw: Prices for many foods, including beer, bread, coffee, pizza and rice, are rising rapidly as the nation contends with its worst bout of food inflation since 1990. The cost of groceries is climbing at an annual rate of about 5% this year.

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