• TipRing@lemmy.world
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        1 year ago

        The US government heavily subsidizes dairy. They also subsidize soy, but it’s $20B for dairy and $4B for soybeans. The price of milk is below production costs.

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        1 year ago

        I would imagine it might be due to a combination of low demand and having to continually restock due to FDA standards. Or it could just be taking advantage of people wanting an alternative.

    • RaoulDook@lemmy.world
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      1 year ago

      The prediction was a bust, because I haven’t walked into any local coffee shops in 2024. I didn’t in 2023 either.

      I don’t know what the lattes cost because I don’t buy them. My coffee at home is great every day.