Photo: Growing Economy Brings Price Pain to Brazilian Eaters

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Rice is measured at a market in Rio de Janeiro on April 24, 2008.

Brazil has temporarily halted rice exports in the face of rising world prices to help ensure adequate domestic supplies. Experts say Brazil's rapidly growing economy is accelerating how quickly the food crisis is affecting the country.

AP Photo/Ricardo Moraes

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