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Beef Prices Skyrocket in NZ | Auckland News
Ground beef prices in New Zealand have skyrocketed over 30% in just two and a half years, now hovering around $24 per kilo — a shock to budgets and a luxury for many. Driven by booming U.S. demand for New Zealand beef trim, the surge is hitting households hard, forcing a rethink of meal plans. While chicken and pork remain more affordable — chicken even cheaper than early 2025 — fast-food chains like McDonald’s are already pivoting with more poultry options. Analysts predict a consumer tipping point is coming, but for now, Kiwis are adapting creatively as beef transforms from budget staple to…
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