Alright, chaps, let’s delve into the whirlwind that was the year 2023. Firstly, the entire world felt the intensity as the Russian-Ukraine conflict raged on, and a fresh showdown erupted in Israel-Palestine. And when I say intensity, I mean it quite literally. This year goes down in history as the hottest on record. The planet is sizzling, and India is feeling the heat without a doubt.

Now, let’s dish out the details on food prices. Back in March, there was a looming question mark – were we in for another year of eye-watering food prices? It was like waiting for the next plot twist in a gripping film.

Then, in June, brace yourselves, the price of tomatoes skyrocketed across India. Yes, even the unassuming tomato was playing hard to get. Down To Earth delved into this tomato drama to uncover the cause of this price frenzy.

Fast forward to August, and we discovered that the soaring tomato prices were even impacting our cherished Indian food platter, the ‘Thali’. That’s right, our beloved Thali became pricier due to those costly tomatoes. Who would have thought?

And by October, Mother Nature made her presence felt. The monsoon season wreaked havoc, taking a toll on the Indian economy, including food prices. It was as if the weather had a mind of its own and wasn’t being too kind to us.

As if that wasn’t enough, in November, we received insights from none other than Lawrence Haddad, the World Food Prize laureate. He revealed how climate change was disrupting our food systems. It was like getting insider information from a top-notch detective.

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So there you have it, folks – the 2023 food frenzy summed up. It’s been a rollercoaster of a year, but we’ve weathered the storm together. Here’s to staying informed, uniting, and effecting change. Cheers to that!