Tough times for local turkey farmers, where inflation has meant higher feed prices and as a result, customers can expect to pay more for this year’s bird for their Thanksgiving feast.
“It was $4.29 last year and it’s $4.99 this year,” said Susan Miner, of Bob’s Turkey Farm in Lancaster, of the price per pound of fresh turkey, “and the reason for that is the feed costs.”
And though it may be pricier this year, Miner noted most customers are willing to pay up for their annual Thanksgiving turkey because they see it as a once-a-year purchase.
The national turkey supply is also down because of a bird flu.
At Outpost Farm in Holliston, third-generation turkey farmer Kevin Drake said his prices are up about 80 cents per pound.
“It’s always a concern when high prices go up,” Drake said, adding, “But our customers want fresh products and farm-fresh turkey raised by a small family so we’re about to sell out.”
For those who are looking to save on this year’s bird, Aldi is among the supermarkets with promotional deals on turkeys. The chain plans on lowering prices to 2019 levels as part of a promotion.
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