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Egg Prices Soar to $8 Amid Avian Flu Crisis

2/16/2025

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Egg prices in the U.S. have skyrocketed to an average of $7.34 per dozen, with some regions facing staggering costs of up to $8. This surge, driven by an avian influenza outbreak, has led retailers to impose purchase limits. As consumers feel the pinch, restaurants are adding surcharges, and vegan egg alternatives are becoming increasingly popular.

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Egg prices in the U.S. have skyrocketed to an average of $7.34 per dozen, with some regions facing staggering costs of up to $8. This surge, driven by an avian influenza outbreak, has led retailers to impose purchase limits. As consumers feel the pinch, restaurants are adding surcharges, and vegan egg alternatives are becoming increasingly popular.