The fast food restaurant chain said the decision was made due to “unpredictable supply conditions for tomatoes, as well as their quality.” Experts believe that the problems with the harvest are associated with adverse weather conditions, which caused a shortage of tomatoes on the market.
Previously, McDonald’s refused to use tomatoes in its dishes in India. American Subway restaurants have also removed tomatoes from the menu. They cited high food inflation in India, which reached its highest level since January 2020, Reuters writes.
In recent months, commodity prices have risen sharply in India. Tomato prices in July peaked at 250 rupees (about 300 rubles) per kilogram. Monsoon rains affected crops and supply chains.
