We should've seen this coming. Droughts and generally bad weather thinning out beef herds. Price, availability, and demand a basic rule of economics. Come grilling season, expect your sirloin steak to come with a hearty side of sticker shock. Read more @ http://www.latimes.com/business/la-fi-beef-prices-20140406,0,2966247.story#ixzz2yOIWinuw