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Nevada Suspends Cage-Free Egg Law Amid Shortage

2/21/2025

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Nevada Suspends Egg Law

Nevada's cage-free egg law is temporarily suspended starting February 20, 2025, amid an egg shortage.
Producers can now source eggs from any supplier meeting food safety standards, including "Grade B" eggs.
The shortage stems from the Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza outbreak, impacting millions of birds.
Egg prices have skyrocketed, with some consumers paying up to $14 per carton.
The suspension lasts up to 120 days, with supply improvements anticipated within 30 days.

Summary

NGA Urges USDA Flexibility

The National Grocers Association (NGA) called on the USDA for flexibility in WIC stocking requirements amid egg supply shortages.
NGA highlighted the necessity for scientific resources to tackle Avian Flu and stabilize egg supplies.
Representing a sector that contributes 1.2% to the U.S. economy, NGA generates over $250 billion in sales and supports 1.1 million jobs.
NGA President Greg Ferrara pledged to work with the USDA to assist independent grocers during this crisis.

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Historical Context

Nevada's temporary suspension of its cage-free egg law amid an egg shortage highlights ongoing tensions in animal welfare legislation. Similar to California's Proposition 12, which aimed to improve animal conditions, this suspension reflects the impact of the Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza outbreak on supply chains. Historically, such crises have prompted shifts in agricultural policies, revealing the conflict between animal welfare and economic pressures in food production.

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Nevada Suspends Egg Law

Nevada's cage-free egg law is temporarily suspended starting February 20, 2025, amid an egg shortage.
Producers can now source eggs from any supplier meeting food safety standards, including "Grade B" eggs.
The shortage stems from the Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza outbreak, impacting millions of birds.
Egg prices have skyrocketed, with some consumers paying up to $14 per carton.
The suspension lasts up to 120 days, with supply improvements anticipated within 30 days.

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