| WASHINGTON – As Americans prepare to celebrate Thanksgiving with family gatherings, National Farmers Union (NFU) released the updated “Farmer’s Share of the Food Dollar” for items typically enjoyed during a Thanksgiving meal. These figures reveal how much family farmers earn compared to the amount consumers pay at the grocery store.
“Consumers may notice higher prices this year for many of the ingredients used in their Thanksgiving meals as they prepare to gather around tables filled with cherished holiday dishes. These rising costs, however, often don’t translate to fair compensation for America’s family farmers and ranchers. Over the years, corporate consolidation has left our agriculture and food systems fragile and uncompetitive. Today, monopolies dominate everything from food processing and distribution to the markets for seeds and farm equipment, leaving farmers at a disadvantage,” said Rob Larew, NFU President. “This Thanksgiving, as we celebrate with friends and family, we must also acknowledge the challenges our food producers face. Family farmers and ranchers deserve a fair share of the consumer dollar.”
Included in the 2024 Farmer’s Share of Thanksgiving Dinner is: |
