And Another Thing CURRENT EVENTS, Cost of Thanksgiving 2024
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Current Event Summary: The American Farm Bureau Federation's annual Thanksgiving dinner cost survey found that a meal for 10 people will cost $58.08 in 2024, down 5% from 2023. While the overall cost is decreasing, it's still higher than pre-pandemic levels. The National Farmers Union highlights the disparity between retail food prices and the share farmers receive, emphasizing the need for greater price transparency in the food and agriculture industry. Their "Fairness for Farmers" campaign aims to address this issue and ensure farmers receive a larger portion of the profits from food sales.
Utilizing current events in agriculture is always just another thing to do that you probably don't have time for. We got you.
The Student Handouts consist of a reading passage, comprehension questions, informational graphic page, and a budgeting activity. The Instructor Guide file includes all the answer keys.
Use it as a Bellringer, Class Finisher, or save it for a Sub or interrupted/shortened schedule days that area always seem to get added at the last minute.
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