Beef prices have hit levels that longtime local farmers and butchers say they’ve never seen before. Years of drought have driven up feed costs, forcing many to send cows to the butcher early, which shrinks the future beef supply and keeps prices high. At some local markets, ground beef is now over $6 a pound—more than double what it was just a few years ago. Some small businesses are absorbing the extra costs instead of passing them on, but it’s tough. Supporting local farmers and butchers is more important than ever. How are these prices changing your shopping or eating habits? #Business #Industry #beefprices