In a November 22nd release, USDA announced three sequential purchases of chicken products for child nutrition and related domestic food distribution programs. Purchases were made on November 15th, 19th and 20th, respectively, for delivery over the period January 1st, through March 31st, 2025.
In total, the three tranches amounted to 1,930 tons plus 52,128 cases with a total value of $14,205,883. Products included: -
- Frozen non-breaded chicken fillets at $2.71 per lb.
- Frozen chicken strips at $2.29 per lb.
- Cut-up frozen chicken at $2.03 per lb.
- Frozen bagged whole chicken at $1.01 per lb.
- Canned boned chicken at $2.38 per lb.