Egg prices in the U.S. have spiked 46% this year due to avian flu and salmonella outbreaks.

Egg prices have surged in the U.S., rising by 46% this year due to avian flu outbreaks and a salmonella outbreak. Over 4 million hens were culled this month alone, and the ongoing flu has affected 13 million birds in the past 30 days. The high demand during the holidays exacerbates the shortage, leading to price increases and potential purchase limits at stores. Poultry farms typically take four months to recover from such outbreaks, delaying price drops.

December 27, 2024
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