On October 22nd, USDA-AMS announced purchase of chicken for programs including child nutrition and domestic food assistance. On October 21st the following purchases were made for delivery during December 2021:-
- 7,002 tons of large chilled chicken in bulk at a price range of $1.02 to $1.07 per lb.
- 1,008 tons of chilled chicken legs in bulk at a price of $0.41 to $0.51 per lb.