As the cost of everything continues to climb, many people are looking for ways to cut costs. One area that is hitting Americans hard, is the cost of groceries. According to the Bureau of Statistics and USDA Economists, consumers paid nearly 12% more for food eaten at home in Many of this year compared to a year ago. USDA Researcher, Lisa Martin, says the first step to cut costs on food, is to have a plan and eat what you have on hand:
Another way to save at the grocery store is to buy what’s in season or on sale, but, only if it is something you would typically buy and use. Also, look up and down the shelves, because eye level products are usually more expensive.
