Backyard cookouts cost less as dairy, pork prices fall

The grocery bill for a summertime cookout is a bit lower than a year ago, thanks to lower prices for cheese, hotdogs, buns and watermelon, says an informal survey by the largest U.S. farm group. The check of retail prices in 30 states says the food to feed 10 people at a cookout will cost… » Read More

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