While I was at the local Fleet Farm this week buying supplies I noticed bags of corn where nearly $7 for 50lb. They were just under $4 for that amount last year. The ethanol industry/demand has had a huge effect on corn prices almost everywhere. I don't forsee an end in sight until the farmers can get supply up to the level needed again. Until then, the price of everything involving corn - cereal, beef, pop, etc. will continue to rise.