The German slaughterhouse group asks retail for higher prices

The German slaughterhouse group had previously announced to the supermarket chains that a price increase would be necessary. Now, according to the letter sent to retail on March 10, this has become unavoidable. With regard to poultry meat, the supply of chicken fillet from Ukraine has come to a complete standstill. As a result, the group is short of 3,000 tons of chicken fillet every week. In addition, poultry farmers are suffering from the loss of Ukraine as a raw material producer, causing significant shortages. According to Tönnies, this can lead to the loss of production in our own country. Beef was already overstrained The beef market was already overstretched. Prices are high and have risen by 10 cents this week to a record price of 4.50 euros per kilo. Another 10 cents will be added next week, says Tönnies. There are simply not enough cattle for slaughter. By Easter, the supply could dry up completely. The offer can only be maintained with a considerable financial effort. ...