All beef is expensive. It’s because we are using corn for fuel instead of feeding cows. 85% ground beef goes for almost $5 a pound.
Stockman sure are not getting much, It’s only running about 1.08 a pound on the hoof.
Corn ethanol DDGS actually are cheap feed. Corn sells on average now for barely cost of production. Cheaper corn can only last a matter of a few months until it’s clear production will be reduced.
Ethanol is a scam, but it doesn’t affect food prices much, as production easily increases to surpass demand.
Don’t know where you shop nut 85% ground beef can be found under $3.00 a pound. Grass fed usually a $1.00 more a pound.
Blame companies like Tyson and JBS, who control most of the beef distribution in this country