In July, agricultural purchase prices continued to rise for the third consecutive month, with a year-on-year increase of 21.3%, according to the Central Statistical Office. The prices of crop and horticultural products increased by 27.8% year-on-year, while live animals and animal products prices rose by 9.1%. The price of pigs for slaughter remained slightly lower than the previous year, but poultry prices increased by 4.8%. The price of milk rose by 7.3% in a year, and eggs cost 9.5% more. The price of cereals experienced a slower increase, with wheat prices rising by 21.2% and maize by 40.1%. The prices of vegetables and fruits varied, with some like tomatoes, pears, peaches, and delicacy grapes becoming significantly more expensive.