What to expect for Easter this year? Prices for the festive table products will definitely increase, but the question is exactly how much and why? The answer is not simple and lies in problems that have affected the entire production chain, as became clear from the comments of experts on BNT.
Lamb – already outside the normal limits
Simeon Karakolev from the National Sheep and Goat Breeders Association warns that the prices of lamb meat have already broken away from the normal framework. According to him, the reasonable range per kilogram should be between 14 and 16 euros. This takes into account both the price from the farms and the price of imported meat. Anything above this amount seems unreasonable. If we are talking about prices over 17 euros, Karakolev believes that they are no longer adequate to the realities.
Ivaylo Galabov from the Union of Poultry Farmers in Bulgaria also contributes to the picture. Despite the lack of specific information on the prices of poultry meat, he confirms the general trend of increasing production costs. This will inevitably affect the final prices for consumers.
Why is this happening?
At first glance, the increased demand around the holidays is the obvious reason. But what else is behind these prices? What are the real problems that are causing prices to rise, from the farm to the table? And most importantly, how can we cope with this pressure on our budget? The answers to these questions require an in-depth analysis of production factors, logistics, and market mechanisms.
What does this mean for the average person? It means that in order to celebrate the traditional holiday, we will have to allocate more funds. Easter holidays have always been a symbol of sharing and family meals. Will this tradition remain unchanged, or will we have to make compromises due to higher prices?
Ultimately, we will see how the market will react. Will consumers be able to afford the usual products, or will they have to look for alternatives? Is it possible for the state to take measures to control prices? Let's carefully follow the development of the situation and hope for reasonable solutions that will ensure that Easter will be a holiday for everyone.