Recent rumors have it that a kilogram of rice costs 1,700 (KPW) in North Korean markets, a sharp departure from the normal 1,000 won price tag. Some say it exceeds even 2,000 won in some areas bordering China. Beside the spiking prices, complaints about food supply are widespread. There has been a speculation that military rice would be released. However, it appears that will not happen this year, suggesting the Communist nation's stock of food is insufficient or unavailable due to uncertainties over inter-Korean relations and nuclear issue. In short, it seems like the ca...