# Why beef prices increased in 2025 explained by SC beef experts

> Local South Carolina butchers and experts explain that beef prices rose sharply in 2025. The BLS reported beef and veal up 14.7% since 2024. Cited causes include the low cattle count, screwworm import restrictions and rising processing costs.

- Date: 2026-01-05 · published 2026-01-05T12:00:00.000Z
- Category: market · region US · magnitude low
- Page: https://feedsoft.ai/events/21013-why-beef-prices-increased-in-2025-explained-by-sc-beef-experts
- Commodities: [Live Cattle](https://feedsoft.ai/c/LCATTLE.md), [Feeder Cattle](https://feedsoft.ai/c/FCATTLE.md)

## Why it matters

Retail price strength reflects the tight cattle supply that continues to support live cattle values.

## Sources

- goupstate.com: https://www.goupstate.com/story/life/food/2026/01/05/sc-why-beef-prices-increased-2025-experts/86807537007/

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