It's simple supply and demand. Many cities and towns are looking at stay at home mandates and people know to stock up for at least a month. Those that did not do this when the supply was plenty are out now trying to. In these trying days it's foolish to think you can run to the store anytime and expect what you need to be there. We all have a quilt stash of items we will use. The same mindframe should be for the pantry stash too.