Beef prices have risen to a record high in 60 years

The price of beef on the global market has risen to its highest level in the last 60 years. This was reported by Zamin.uz.

According to data from the World Bank, in September 2025, the average price for one kilogram of beef was $6.9, which is approximately 83,600 soms. This price increased by 0.6% compared to August and by nearly 10% compared to last year.

Experts explain this increase not only by economic factors but also by natural causes. Among the main reasons for the price rise are globally high inflation and instability in food markets.

Additionally, the growing consumer demand in major markets such as the USA and China is also driving the increase in beef prices. In China, with rising incomes, interest in high-quality and healthy meat products has intensified.

Furthermore, the rising cost of dairy products has reduced competition in the meat market, making beef a more popular primary source of protein. Climate change is also influencing the price increase.

Drought, reduction of pasture lands, and rising feed costs are causing significant problems in the livestock sector. For example, in the USA, the number of livestock this year fell to the lowest level since 1951.

This situation has led to meat shortages, further pushing prices upward. Economists believe that if global climate conditions do not improve and livestock support programs are not expanded, beef prices may continue to rise.

Moreover, increases in meat production costs, high energy prices, and complexities in the logistics system are also cited as factors contributing to the price increases. Source: zamin.uz