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Food Basket Demand Surges 32% Ahead of Rosh Hashanah Amid Economic Hardship
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By אביחי חיים - כתב בריאות ורווחה
First reported by Walla · 4 hours ago
What happened
Demand for food baskets in Israel has jumped by 32% before Rosh Hashanah due to economic hardship. This indicates a significant portion of the population is struggling to afford necessities.
- 01Food basket demand rose 32% before Rosh Hashanah.
- 02Economic hardship is driving the increased demand.
- 03Families are struggling to afford basic necessities.
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