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US Considers European Egg Imports Amid Avian Flu Crisis

3/19/2025

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The U.S. Department of Agriculture is exploring egg imports from Europe as avian flu devastates supplies, resulting in the culling of over 35 million birds. While Denmark and Turkey eye export opportunities, they face logistical hurdles and tight inventories that could thwart their ability to satisfy the growing U.S. demand.

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The U.S. Department of Agriculture is exploring egg imports from Europe as avian flu devastates supplies, resulting in the culling of over 35 million birds. While Denmark and Turkey eye export opportunities, they face logistical hurdles and tight inventories that could thwart their ability to satisfy the growing U.S. demand.