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Louisiana Farmers Resist Bird Flu Amid Soaring Egg Prices

3/4/2025

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Louisiana poultry farmers are standing strong amidst a nationwide bird flu crisis that has driven egg prices up dramatically. With the USDA unveiling a $1 billion plan to combat a staggering 40% price hike, Agriculture Commissioner Mike Strain is advocating for foreign egg imports while highlighting the lengthy process of restoring local flocks.

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Louisiana poultry farmers are standing strong amidst a nationwide bird flu crisis that has driven egg prices up dramatically. With the USDA unveiling a $1 billion plan to combat a staggering 40% price hike, Agriculture Commissioner Mike Strain is advocating for foreign egg imports while highlighting the lengthy process of restoring local flocks.