Turkey producers are feeling the impact of higher corn costs and that could impact your Thanksgiving feast.
Producers are warning of a potential shortage of fresh birds under 16 pounds.
Frozen supplies may still be available but it can take a week to thaw large birds. In addition to rising feed costs, hatcheries cite decreased demand for turkey. Also, to get a fresh turkey at Thanksgiving, the eggs have to hatch at just the right time.
Processors have also struggled to keep up with the pace due to lack of available workers.
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