The nation that consumes more butter than any other in the world is facing a shortage.
Butter shelves at grocery store in France are empty.
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A ton of butter cost 2,500 Euros (approximately $2,900 USD) just 18 months ago, but now, it costs nearly 7,000 (approximately $8,200 USD).
Experts said it's a result of a huge increase in demand on world markets as well as a decline in milk supplies.
As a result of the shortage, crust makers have had to lay people off.
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French officials are hoping supplies will be back to normal before the holidays.
Each person in France consumes an average of 18 pounds of butter per year.