The good news is that food prices in India aren’t going up as fast as they were a few weeks ago.

The bad news is prices of vegetables have skyrocketed in the past year, putting pressure on those living on the edge of survival and on those working to help them - including Fishhook’s ministry partners.

Even though news reports say food inflation is easing because the published weekly rate fell from over 18% to 15.5 $, the reality is that prices of many basic foods are dramatically higher then they were just a few months ago. For instance, the per kilogram price of onions, a staple in Indian cuisine, has tripled from 20 rupees to 60 or more.

India’s government is starting to focus more on increasing agricultural productivity which is crucial to long term stability in food prices.  However, in the short term, it is tough for Fishhook’s ministries to make ends meet.  Caring for the destitute in India is always challenging, but now things are really tough.

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Even a small amount would go a long way toward providing some relief for our homes for the destitute widows and children.

Thank you for your prayers and your financial support.  Your partnership is a blessing to Fishhook and its partners in India!