Perez, points out that according to data from the Dirección General de Estadística y Censos  (DIGESTYC), the cost of the basic basket for january 2021 was US$199.29 and in this year 2022 it is reaching a value of US$213.43 that is an increase of US$14.19 in the urban zone and the rural zone has a price of US$15.45.

The conflicts between Russia and Ukraine are having a significant impact on the world economy, including El Salvador.

In addition, he said that due to this situation fuel prices have risen and during 2022 will affect the supply chain.

According to the head of the CDC, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) indicates that international food prices and food commodities are on the rise, including flour, fats, oils, soybeans and corn.

Nayda Medrano, expert in Public Policies mentions that due to the country's vulnerability, a space for dialogue should be opened to transform the way in which food is produced and consumed in the country.

Commodities are basic goods that are used as inputs in the production of other goods and can be used in trade or in the financial sector, as objects of acquisition (underlying assets).

Likewise, Danilo Perez, indicates that the corresponding authorities must have a strategic view, since being aware of the price of food is fundamental. He stated that it is good that the country has grown economically, but, on the other hand, they observe an increase in poverty.