Here's why your hamburger might cost you an arm and a leg
First, eggs were breaking the bank. Now it’s beef.
Egg prices surged earlier this year due to a severe avian flu outbreak, but they eventually stabilized as producers restocked and supply chains normalized. However, that reset has not occurred with beef. Instead, prices continue to rise—just in time for peak grilling season—and there’s no relief in sight.
In June, ground beef reached $6.12 a pound, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. That’s nearly a 12% increase since last June... Читать дальше...