Wegmans Food Markets has discontinued its seasonal consumer price-freeze list, saying the economy has improved enough to do so.
The freeze on staple food prices began in 2011 in response to what Wegmans saw as a difficult situation for shoppers — higher food prices amid joblessness and a weak overall economy in the United States.
The list was renewed at quarterly intervals each year thereafter and was changed to accommodate seasonal shopping needs. The summer list took effect in April and expired Aug. 24.
Wegmans announced the change in an online column by senior vice president for consumer affairs Mary Ellen Burris.
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