06/01/2026
Calling all agriculture enthusiasts! This is your chance to participate in gathering data for the American Farm Bureau Federation's (AFBF) Summer Cookout Survey of retail food prices commonly used to prepare a cookout meal for 10 people. The survey tracks prices on commonly found foods including ground beef, American cheese, hamburger buns, chicken breasts, pork chops, potatoes, onions, celery, eggs, canned pork & beans, strawberries, lemons, sugar, chocolate chip cookies, and ice cream.
Survey results will be used for a July 4th national publicity campaign on the retail cost of food that emphasizes its relatively small increase in price over time compared to other consumer goods, as well as the contribution of U.S. food, fiber and fuel production to national security.
To fill out the survey, go to FB.Org/CookoutSurvey. The link is currently active and closes June 7 at 11:59 p.m. ET. Please take the time to fill out this survey, as you can do so in person at the grocery store or fully online!