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Feed costs
Coverage of Feed costs in the Nexus archive.
- Shrimp farmers demand rollback of feed costs
Shrimp farmers are demanding a reduction in feed costs, which they believe is impacting their industry negatively. The request highlights concerns over rising operational expenses in shrimp farming.
- Historic cattle shortages push US beef prices to record highs
Historic cattle shortages in the US are driving beef prices to record highs due to high feed costs and drought, which have reduced herds to their lowest levels in 60 years. Increased demand from protein-hungry consumers is further exacerbating the situation.
- Egg prices are plunging due to oversupply — and producers say margins are taking a hit as costs rise
Egg prices are experiencing significant declines due to market oversupply following the end of avian flu shortages. While lower prices benefit consumers, egg producers report that rising feed, fuel, and labor costs are eroding their profit margins.