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agflation

/aɡˈfleɪʃ(ə)n/
noun
mass noun
Economics
Rising food prices caused by increased demand for agricultural commodities.

Origin
Early 21st century: blend of agriculture and inflation.

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The combination of late spring frosts and a summer-long drought caused serious agflation across the country.

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