Why your holiday ham may be more expensive this year

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Attention, holiday shoppers! The price tag on your holiday ham might be higher than usual this season.
This year, pork production is lower which could increase prices, according to the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service. This is caused by financial losses due to fewer litter births and reduced slaughters.  RELATED: Can you guess the price for Thanksgiving turkey in Texas?Retail ham prices were $4.60 in September, up 3 cents from September 2023, according to Texas