Supermarket Boycott in Croatia: A Stand Against High Prices

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Croatia is in the middle of a real consumer movement right now: a supermarket boycott against the sharp rise in food prices. So what’s going on, and what does it mean?

The Boycott Explained

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The boycott grew out of plain frustration. Inflation has outpaced wages, so everyday items keep slipping out of reach. The idea started on social media and spread fast: stay away from the big supermarket chains until prices come down.

Impact on the Local Economy

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The boycott has done more than highlight the gap between wages and prices. It has also pushed people back toward smaller shops and farmers’ markets, where buyers and producers actually meet. A few ways to get involved:

• Buy local: Use local grocery stores, markets and producers. It keeps money in the community and supports shorter supply chains.

• Join the conversation: Economic talk has moved into cafes and community spaces. Sit in, listen, add your own take.

List of 60 Essential Groceries with Fixed Prices

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Consumer groups and local producers put together a list of 60 essentials with fixed prices, so people know what they should be paying:

1. Milk - 1L - €0.80
2. Bread - 500g - €0.50
3. Eggs - 10 pcs - €1.50
4. Butter - 250g - €1.80
5. Cheese (local) - 400g - €3.00
6. Yogurt - 500g - €0.90
7. Rice - 1kg - €1.20
8. Pasta - 500g - €0.70
9. Tomato Sauce - 330ml - €0.60
10. Potatoes - 1kg - €0.60
11. Onions - 1kg - €0.50
12. Carrots - 1kg - €0.70
13. Apples - 1kg - €1.00
14. Bananas - 1kg - €1.20
15. Oranges - 1kg - €1.50
16. Tomatoes - 1kg - €1.30
17. Cucumbers - 1kg - €1.00
18. Peppers - 1kg - €1.40
19. Lettuce - per head - €0.50
20. Spinach - 500g - €1.00
21. Cabbage - per head - €0.60
22. Beans (dry) - 500g - €1.00
23. Lentils - 500g - €1.20
24. Chickpeas - 500g - €1.30
25. Flour - 1kg - €0.80
26. Sugar - 1kg - €0.90
27. Salt - 1kg - €0.40
28. Olive Oil - 1L - €5.00
29. Sunflower Oil - 1L - €1.50
30. Vinegar - 1L - €0.70
31. Ketchup - 500g - €1.00
32. Mustard - 200g - €0.60
33. Mayonnaise - 250g - €1.20
34. Jam - 400g - €1.50
35. Honey - 500g - €3.00
36. Tea - 20 bags - €0.80
37. Coffee - 250g - €2.50
38. Biscuits - 200g - €0.80
39. Chocolate - 100g - €1.00
40. Crackers - 200g - €0.70
41. Corn Flakes - 375g - €1.30
42. Oats - 500g - €0.90
43. Peanut Butter - 350g - €2.00
44. Canned Tuna - 185g - €1.20
45. Canned Sardines - 120g - €0.80
46. Canned Tomatoes - 400g - €0.60
47. Canned Peas - 400g - €0.70
48. Canned Corn - 340g - €0.70
49. Broth Cubes - 6 pcs - €0.50
50. Spaghetti - 500g - €0.70
51. Macaroni - 500g - €0.70
52. Cookies - 200g - €1.00
53. Cereal Bars - 5 pcs - €1.20
54. Juice (local) - 1L - €1.00
55. Water (bottled) - 1.5L - €0.40
56. Canned Beans - 400g - €0.80
57. Sausages - 300g - €2.00
58. Cheese Spread - 150g - €1.00
59. Yeast - 42g - €0.30
60. Baking Soda - 200g - €0.50

The idea is simple: keep basic nutrition affordable, and keep local producers in the loop.

Conclusion: A Call for Conscious Consumption

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The boycott is more than a one-off protest. It’s a statement about economic resilience and looking out for your own community. Paying attention to where your money goes, and who it goes to, is the part anyone can play.

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