https://www.cnn.com/2022/07/25/business/drought-farmers-cows/index.html
With smaller herds and fewer breeding cows, the next two years could spell higher beef prices for consumers. The US Department of Agriculture, or USDA, is projecting a 7% decline in beef production next year.
The impossible stuff works pretty well for making your own patties. I don't buy the premade patties.
Just use a decent amount of oil in the pan and don't play with it until the outside is strong enough to hold the patty together.