Turkey Prices Soar, Thanksgiving Dinner Costs Rise

This Thanksgiving, rising food prices and a bird flu outbreak have led to a forty-four percent increase in wholesale turkey prices, impacting families and farmers alike. Despite discounts and free turkeys offered by grocery stores, the cost of other staples has also risen, with a basket of eleven common Thanksgiving items costing over four percent more than last year. While some reports show a slight decrease in turkey prices, overall, the cost of the holiday meal is likely to be higher for many. Farmers like Larry Doll, who runs Old Brick Farm in Michigan, continue to provide fresh, locally raised turkeys, navigating challenges to ensure families have their traditional holiday centerpiece. DNN | The Daily News Now! The world’s first global local news network. Every city. Every story. AI powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.