Expect Higher Prices, Fewer Options on Thanksgiving Turkeys

Turkey numbers are at their lowest point since 2015. (Texas A&M AgriLife photo by Laura McKenzie)

Expect Higher Prices, Fewer Options on Thanksgiving Turkeys

Consumers should expect to see higher prices and fewer options for holiday turkeys this year due to reduced production. (Stock photo)

Consumers can expect higher prices and fewer options for whole turkeys leading into this Thanksgiving, according to a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service expert.David Anderson, Ph.D., AgriLife Extension livestock economist, Bryan-College Station, said turkey production was down 5% compared to last year, but prices have risen significantly. Fewer turkeys combined ...

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