harvest cost derived

{
  "input": {
    "type": "http",
    "method": "GET",
    "queryParams": {
      "lang": "en | es | fr | de | pt | zh | ko (default: en)",
      "items": "space-separated list of produce items to compare (default: strawberries tomatoes lettuce)",
      "location": "city, state, or country for pricing context (default: US)"
    }
  },
  "output": {
    "type": "json",
    "example": {
      "bottom_line": "Local/organic can reach cost parity with conventional when waste reduction and quality are factored in.",
      "waste_factor": "Fresher local produce lasts longer, reducing effective cost through less waste.",
      "macro_context": "FRED CPI data shows food-at-home inflation trends relative to overall inflation.",
      "items_compared": "strawberries tomatoes lettuce",
      "search_context": "Live search context on current prices and cost comparisons.",
      "cost_comparison": [
        {
          "item": "Strawberries",
          "verdict": "CSA or farmers market offers the best value for freshness and price.",
          "csa_equivalent": "$3.00/lb (estimated)",
          "organic_grocery": "$5.50/lb",
          "conventional_grocery": "$3.50/lb",
          "farmers_market_local": "$4.00/lb"
        }
      ],
      "pulse_suggestions": [],
      "hidden_value_of_local": [
        "freshness = less waste",
        "relationship with grower",
        "seasonal flavor peak"
      ],
      "hidden_costs_of_cheap_food": [
        "environmental cost",
        "health externalities",
        "supply chain fragility"
      ],
      "budget_optimization_strategy": "Buy the Dirty Dozen organic locally, save on the Clean Fifteen conventionally."
    }
  }
}