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With prices on the rise in area grocery stores, KTLO, Classic Hits and The Boot News reached out to Jeff Quick, CEO of the Food Bank of North Central Arkansas for tips on how to shop smart and save money.
The Food Bank of NCA offers classes aimed at buying better foods while spending less. These Cooking Matters classes also feature a trip to the store to look for values. Quick has several ways to save money, and one big way is to shop local.
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Quick discusses some of the reasons we’re experiencing these higher prices.
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Impulse buying is a driving force in spending too much on groceries, and Quick explains why.
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Quick went on to give us what he calls the “A B C’s” of shopping on a budget.
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According to a report from the National Public Broadcasting system, pricing is up across the board, with some of the biggest jumps showing up in produce, laundry detergent and sugar. They also noted that some products have actually been reduced in size, but the prices are still higher.
If you’re interested in learning more about the Cooking Matters classes at the Food Bank of North Central Arkansas, please contact their office at 870-499-7565.
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