The cost of the rations is around $4.75, or in that $4 range—just under $5. The issue that was pointed out by the Auditor General is that it's not a true cost, because then you have to look at the preparation and so on. When we start to add in the cost for prep, we add in another $11, $12, or $15, depending on the mode of delivery in certain institutions.
On March 12th, 2009. See this statement in context.