A winter storm is putting added pressure on agriculture across the South, hitting both livestock and poultry producers at the same time. Cold snaps can cause cattle to lose weight because they burn more energy staying warm instead of gaining size, which can reduce value and tighten supply. The storm also hit major poultry-producing regions, where farmers are facing higher heating costs just to keep birds warm. That extra expense adds more pressure to a food system already dealing with volatility, and it will show up in higher prices for protein.
Why This Matters:
Winter weather does not just damage crops. It can also shrink cattle, raise poultry costs, and put more pressure on the price of protein. Protein is already one of the hardest categories to replace when the food system is under strain. That is why planning ahead matters. The families who build food security before these disruptions hit are in a much stronger position when prices start climbing.
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Source: Marketplace
By: Elizabeth Trovall
