Published Saturday, November 15, 2008 6:05 AM

Turkey prices not expected to rise

Wire report

In the midst of ongoing economic struggles, consumers have something to be thankful for: Experts say turkey prices are not expected to rise.

Producers have been fighting higher costs than usual, but the size and seasonal nature of the turkey industry has kept it in better shape than other meat industries.

About 46 million turkeys will be eaten on Thanksgiving Day, a spokeswoman for the National Turkey Federation predicted.

The American Farm Bureau estimates that a Thanksgiving meal for the average gathering of 10 will cost $44.61.

-- Wire report

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