Georgia: wheat and barley export banned

Georgia has banned export of wheat and barley to avoid shortage on the domestic market. “The government decided to ban export of domestically produced wheat and barley until July 4, 2023,” head of Agricultural Ministry said. Georgia exports barley mainly to Iran. It has shipped 2.5 thousand tons since the start of the year. Domestic…

Lithuania: inflation hits 20%

Annual inflation in Lithuania reached 20.5% in June, according to preliminary estimates by Statistics Lithuania. Inflation was mainly influenced by an increase in the prices of foodstuffs and non-alcoholic beverages, housing, water, electricity, gas and other fuels, transportation. The preliminary monthly change in consumer prices was 2.2% in June compared with May. The indicators are…