Traditional Thanksgiving dinner to cost more in 2011
It will cost families more to prepare the traditional Thanksgiving meal this year, due in part to significantly higher prices for frozen turkey and a gallon of milk. According to Arkansas Farm Bureau's annual survey, it will cost a family of 10, on average, $45.11, or $4.50 per person to enjoy the feast. That's up roughly 14 percent from last year's average of $39.61.
The statewide average is based on responses from members of the Farm Bureau Women's Committee and other volunteers who surveyed food prices at 11 grocery stores and supermarkets across the state. They were asked to report the "best in-store price" of 12 items included in the meal. They are allowed to take advantage of advertised specials, excluding discount coupons and purchase requirements.
"Food price inflation has been occurring for the past couple of years so the fact that the cost of the Thanksgiving dinner is higher is not unexpected," said Travis Justice, Arkansas Farm Bureau chief economist. "Though fuel costs have leveled off somewhat over the past few months, they are up significantly from this time last year. Transportation costs continue to be a factor in higher retail food prices that are passed on to consumers."
Arkansas food prices continue to remain more affordable than elsewhere. American Farm Bureau's national survey revealed an average cost of $49.20 to prepare the meal, $4 higher than in Arkansas.
Arkansas Farm Bureau has surveyed the cost of items included in the meal for the past 26 years. Though the overall cost of living has risen during that time, Arkansas Farm Bureau president Randy Veach says the fact Arkansans may still prepare and enjoy the meal for less than $5 per person is remarkable.
"There's no escaping the fact higher energy costs and grain prices have led to higher retail food prices," said Veach. "However, most Americans may still enjoy the Thanksgiving dinner with their families for less than five dollars a person. That is a testament to the efficiency of our nation's farmers and food production system.
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