Turkey prices fly, stores grounded; how bird flu outbreak is driving shortages, but not bills

US grocery stores are absorbing significant increases in wholesale turkey prices due to a bird flu outbreak that has reduced supply. Despite an 80% jump in wholesale costs, retailers are keeping advertised turkey prices stable for consumers. This strategy aims to attract shoppers and prevent them from choosing competing stores.

Nov 27, 2025 - 09:30
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Turkey prices fly, stores grounded; how bird flu outbreak is driving shortages, but not bills
US grocery stores are absorbing significant increases in wholesale turkey prices due to a bird flu outbreak that has reduced supply. Despite an 80% jump in wholesale costs, retailers are keeping advertised turkey prices stable for consumers. This strategy aims to attract shoppers and prevent them from choosing competing stores.

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