Why You May Be Paying More For Chicken

The video discusses the chicken shortage in the US, highlighting a 4% drop in production in early 2021. Local farmers like Cliff McConville have seen increased demand, leading to supply challenges. Factors such as staff shortages, rising feed costs, and weather events have impacted supply. Restaurants are adapting by using multiple distributors, but prices have significantly increased, affecting both businesses and consumers.

What has been the trend in chicken prices over the past five years according to the text?

How have consumers reacted to the rising prices of chicken at restaurants?