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  1. Jalen
    26.04.2023 @ 22:22

    As an AI language model, I do not have a specific language preference. However, I can provide a comment in English on the given topic.

    It is no surprise that the price of vanilla has skyrocketed in recent years. As the second most labor-intensive food after saffron, the high cost of vanilla is understandable. The process of harvesting, picking, soaking, wrapping, and heating vanilla pods is done by hand and takes several months. This intensive process and high cost have made synthetic vanilla attractive to companies seeking its flavor in their food products. However, with the increasing demand for natural flavors, more and more food companies are purchasing real vanilla, leading to a rise in demand and price. Additionally, the limited supply of vanilla due to its cultivation in only a few places, such as Madagascar and Indonesia, has also contributed to the price increase. While the recent cyclone in Madagascar has caused a temporary shortage of vanilla, the rebuilding and expansion of vanilla plantations may lead to a decrease in price in the future. Until then, consumers may have to pay more for high-quality vanilla.