Consumers heading to the grocery store for Thanksgiving dinner may find themselves facing a more manageable price tag than in previous years, according to a recent survey by the Illinois Farm Bureau. A significant drop in turkey prices has played a key role in reducing overall costs.
The average price of a 16-pound frozen turkey in Illinois has plummeted 16.3% from last year, reaching $18.03, or $1.34 per pound. This decrease is largely attributed to lower consumer demand for turkey and the impact of diseases such as Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza on farm inventory.
The American Farm Bureau Federation's annual cost of Thanksgiving dinner report also revealed that national average prices for a 10-person meal have declined by 5% from last year, reaching $49.20. However, some side dishes are expected to be more expensive this year, with sweet potatoes rising by 37% and veggie trays jumping 61%.
Experts attribute the lower turkey price to retailers' efforts to drive sales through special promotions and reduced prices. Larger grocery stores have an advantage in negotiating these deals due to their bulk purchasing power.
Farmers continue to work towards rebuilding flocks devastated by avian influenza, but the combination of lower demand and reduced inventory has helped keep prices in check. This relief is particularly welcome for consumers who have faced consistently higher grocery prices over the past year.
Overall, while some side dishes may cost more than usual, the overall trend suggests that Thanksgiving dinner prices are trending downward, offering consumers a bit more room to stretch their budgets this holiday season.
The average price of a 16-pound frozen turkey in Illinois has plummeted 16.3% from last year, reaching $18.03, or $1.34 per pound. This decrease is largely attributed to lower consumer demand for turkey and the impact of diseases such as Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza on farm inventory.
The American Farm Bureau Federation's annual cost of Thanksgiving dinner report also revealed that national average prices for a 10-person meal have declined by 5% from last year, reaching $49.20. However, some side dishes are expected to be more expensive this year, with sweet potatoes rising by 37% and veggie trays jumping 61%.
Experts attribute the lower turkey price to retailers' efforts to drive sales through special promotions and reduced prices. Larger grocery stores have an advantage in negotiating these deals due to their bulk purchasing power.
Farmers continue to work towards rebuilding flocks devastated by avian influenza, but the combination of lower demand and reduced inventory has helped keep prices in check. This relief is particularly welcome for consumers who have faced consistently higher grocery prices over the past year.
Overall, while some side dishes may cost more than usual, the overall trend suggests that Thanksgiving dinner prices are trending downward, offering consumers a bit more room to stretch their budgets this holiday season.
. I mean, think about it - lower demand and inventory due to diseases like avian influenza is basically the government's response to farmers' struggles, but we don't always see that side of things in the headlines 
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. But if you look closer, there are some interesting power dynamics at play here that say something about who's really in charge of the food supply chain 
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The price drop on turkey is huge! I was worried my family would have to take out a second mortgage to afford our Thanksgiving feast 
. It's great that retailers are offering discounts to drive sales. But, I'm not a fan of the higher prices for sweet potatoes and veggie trays 
. Guess we'll just have to get creative with our side dishes this year 
. Overall, it's about time things got more affordable for us regular folks 
. Bring on the pumpkin pie! 
) helps spread the love on prices. Now, let's hope those side dishes don't break the bank! 
and ur grocery bill is goin 2 b like, super low!! 
so yeah avocad of turkey prc just droppd by 16% 
... 16.3% drop in turkey price? that's like, totally a thing! idk about the sweet potatoes tho... $37 for one is kinda steep 
. It's a big relief for consumers who've been feelin' the pinch on their grocery bills all year long 
. Still, gotta say, those sweet potato prices are a bit of a bummer 
. PLUS, I'M GLAD TO HEAR THAT FARMERS ARE WORKING HARD TO REBUILD THEIR FLOCKS AFTER THE AVIAN FLUENZA OUTBREAK. LET'S KEEP OUR FINGERS CROSSED FOR A SEASON OF ECONOMIC RELIEF AND FULL PLATES 
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. Only thing thats annoying me now is those sweet potatoes 
are like $6 a lb? No thanks!
I THINK IT'S GREAT TO SEE TURKEY PRICES GOING DOWN!!! IT'LL MAKE THANKSGIVING FEASTS MORE AFFORDABLE FOR PEOPLE WHO LOVE COOKING UP A BIG OL' BIRD WITH THEIR FAMILIES AND FRIENDS 
I MEAN, WE'VE ALL SEEN THOSE CRAZY HOLIDAY PRICES LATELY, BUT IT SOUNDS LIKE RETAILERS ARE DOING SOMETHING RIGHT WITH THEIR PROMOS AND SALES STRATEGIES 
. I remember when my mom used to make that traditional Thanksgiving feast and we'd always have to break the bank on the turkey. Now, it's like a little piece of history is coming back around - you know, when life wasn't so expensive? Anyway, this new trend is definitely making me think of all those holiday memories with family and friends 
and retailers being savvy with their sales strategies 
. Of course, some side dishes are still pricey, but overall it's a win for us consumers 
. It's all about supply and demand, right? The avian flu had major implications on farmers and now it seems retailers are making up for it with some sweet promotions. Fingers crossed that these prices stick around, even if the sides do get pricier 
they went up by 37% so yeah ill be saving up extra $$ for them
. And yay for the big stores getting those sweet deals through bulk purchases 
. But, ugh, sweet potatoes and veggie trays going up in price? 
That's just not right 
