The ongoing heat wave in South Korea has led to significant increases in the prices of fresh vegetables, as prolonged extreme temperatures hinder shipments and damage agricultural yields nationwide. According to data from Korea Agro-Fisheries & Food Trade Corp., spinach was priced at 1,978 won per 100 grams on Aug. 7, representing a 152.3% surge compared to the previous month. The cost of ten cucumbers reached 8,313 won, marking a 54.8% rise. Blue lettuce saw a 41.7% increase, while zucchini climbed 46.6% to 1,504 won.
