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WASHINGTON — Putting a traditional turkey dinner on the table is going to be pricier this Thanksgiving.
The American Farm Bureau Federation reported Thursday that a meal with turkey and all the trimmings will cost about 13 percent more this year.
The meal will cost less than $5 a person, but it’s still much more expensive than in years past. The jump results from foodmakers and grocers raising their prices to cover higher commodity costs.
Nearly everything from cranberries to pumpkin pie is pricier this year, but the biggest hike is for the main course: A 16-pound turkey costs almost $4 more this year.
The group surveyed prices in stores nationwide. But grocers often discount key items as the holiday nears.
The Associated Press
