The American Farm Bureau’s annual marketbasket survey reports that hosting a summer cookout for ten people will cost $70.92, just 30 cents less than last year’s record high—making the per-person price $7.09, the second-highest since 2013

Highlights:

• Ground beef (2 lb): $13.33 (+4.4%)
• Chicken breasts (2 lb): $7.79 (–0.5%)
• Pork chops (3 lb): $14.13 (–8.8%)
• Potato salad (2½ lb): $3.54 (+6.6%)
• Pork & beans (32 oz): $2.69 (+8.2%)
• Chips (16 oz): $4.80 (–2.1%)
• Hamburger buns (pkg): $2.35 (–2.6%) 

Driving Forces:

• Beef prices rise due to a tighter cattle supply
• Canned goods see higher costs from tariffs on steel and aluminum
• Egg prices, a key ingredient in potato salad, remain elevated amid supply rebounds following avian flu

Meanwhile, commodities like pork chops, chips, and buns have become more affordable. Surplus pork has lowered pork chop prices, trending down nearly 9%, while decreased potato demand and stabilized wheat prices eased chip and bun costs.

Despite the high numbers, U.S. consumers still spend a smaller fraction of their income on food than other countries.

Farmers, however, aren't pocketing higher profits—rising farm input costs mean they receive only about 15% of the retail dollar.

AFBF President Zippy Duvall emphasized the importance of a new, modernized five-year Farm Bill to help stabilize agriculture and support food independence .

The Nevada Young Farmers & Ranchers (YF&R) are excited to launch their newest fundraising campaign—and this time, it comes with style.

YF&R is selling limited-edition t-shirts featuring a bold design and an important message: “Food Doesn’t Grow on Shelves.” These shirts remind everyone of the hard work and dedication it takes to grow the food that fills our grocery stores and tables. The image of a farmer on a tractor sowing the land drives home the connection between agriculture and our everyday lives.

Available in gray and butter yellow, these shirts are not just a fashion statement—they’re a symbol of support for Nevada agriculture and the next generation of farming leaders.

Cost:

• $25 per shirt (local pickup)
• $30 per shirt (shipped anywhere in the U.S.)

Every shirt purchased helps support Nevada YF&R programs, including leadership development, advocacy training, educational outreach, and participation in national events. Your contribution helps young farmers and ranchers grow as professionals and continue the legacy of agriculture in our state.

To purchase your shirt, contact:

Brittney Money at brittney@nvfb.org

Quantities are limited—don’t wait to grab yours and wear your support proudly. Because food doesn’t grow on shelves—it starts in the hands of hardworking producers like Nevada’s YF&R members.

The Nevada Farm Bureau is excited to announce that the Nevada Ag Wagon is undergoing a creative transformation! This iconic trailer, known for traveling across the state to promote agricultural education and awareness, is getting a vibrant mural makeover to reflect the rich story of Nevada agriculture.

The new mural will showcase the diversity, strength, and heritage of Nevada’s farming and ranching communities. From wide-open rangelands and family farms to the crops, livestock, and hardworking people that make Nevada ag thrive, the updated design will bring the Ag Wagon to life like never before.

The project is more than just a fresh coat of paint—it’s a celebration of Nevada agriculture’s legacy and future. The Ag Wagon plays a vital role in connecting with students, families, and communities across the state through outreach events, fairs, and classroom visits. This new design will make an even bigger impact by turning the trailer into a moving work of art that sparks conversation and curiosity wherever it goes.

Stay tuned as we unveil the finished design in the coming weeks. We can’t wait to share the final result with all of you—and to keep rolling down the road with a new look that proudly represents Nevada agriculture!