‘Normal’ egg prices months away, analyst says
The key is the loss of egg makers. Moscogiuri says the industry is down 20 million hens to flu in the past three months out of the nation’s typical 312 million flock. California farmers culled 9 million egg layers in 2024’s last two months alone.
Nearly $9 a dozen: Why egg prices are skyrocketing and for how long
The average price of a dozen large eggs starkly increased in California in December to $8.97, up from $5.68 in late November, according to a U.S. Department of Agriculture report.
Eggs More Expensive Than Beef in Some Places as Prices Hit New High
Egg prices are rising across the U.S. as producers recover from the flock losses suffered in the past two years amid bird flu.
Egg Prices Crack $9 Mark Across California
California consumers are facing sticker shock at the grocery store as egg prices hit an eye-watering $8.97 per dozen in December, nearly 60% higher than November's $5.68 price tag. As the U.S. Department of Agriculture reports, this sharp increase shows no signs of dropping as we enter 2025.
Egg prices in California reach $9 per dozen in some areas
Egg prices in California have increased to nearly $9 per dozen in some areas due to the outbreak of bird flu across the state, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
The Egg Shortage, Explained—Why Are Eggs So Expensive?
Learn why there’s an egg shortage in 2024, how bird flu has impacted chicken farms, and what it means for consumers in California and beyond.
Egg prices rising in Cleveland
Egg prices are cracking budgets across Northeast Ohio as customers face sharp increases at grocery stores and local markets.
Dozen eggs being sold for $8.99 in California
Some stores in California were spotted selling a dozen eggs for $8.99. New York judge rejects Trump's attempt to block sentencing ‘I can’t sleep because of racing thoughts at night — how can I stop them?
Egg prices surge to ‘record high,’ USDA says. Consider these substitutes at home
The outbreaks led to a loss of nearly 40 million egg-laying chickens across a dozen states in 2024, according to a USDA report published Jan. 3. “Many grocery retailers have tak ...
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Egg Prices Soar As Bird Flu Cases Rise Dramatically: Here's What To Know
The bird flu outbreak in the United States is causing egg prices to hit new highs, affecting consumers across the nation. The ...
Egg prices continue to rise as avian flu cases continue
The wholesale price of eggs is now more expensive than at the height of a recent peak with an increase in bird flu cases.
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Despite higher prices, eggs are still the base for affordable, healthy meals
Despite higher prices, a serving of two eggs is still less expensive than a serving of most other meats or seafood. Eggs also ...
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Record-high egg prices a shock for shoppers in Clark County
Consumers could buy a dozen Lucerne Farms Large Cage Free eggs for $4.99 Monday at Safeway locally, according to its website.
Egg Prices Soaring at Your Grocery Store? It’s Because of Bird Flu
Amid the ongoing outbreak of bird flu, which has affected millions of egg-laying hens, prices for eggs have skyrocketed ...
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Egg Prices Crack Budgets as California Businesses Scramble Amidst Historic Shortage
California's egg industry is strained with high prices and reduced supply, attributed to bird flu and seasonal molting.
As bird flu payments pass $1B and egg prices keep climbing, feds make it harder to get compensated
Federal officials are cracking down on poultry operations looking for taxpayer relief from bird flu losses and will now ...