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Egg Smuggling Soars 116% Amid Avian Flu Crisis

3/19/2025

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In 2025, U.S. Customs and Border Protection revealed a staggering 116% rise in egg seizures, driven by skyrocketing prices from avian flu outbreaks. Over 90 people have been penalized for smuggling potentially dangerous Mexican eggs linked to health threats like Virulent Newcastle Disease. In contrast, fentanyl seizures saw a notable 32% decline.

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In 2025, U.S. Customs and Border Protection revealed a staggering 116% rise in egg seizures, driven by skyrocketing prices from avian flu outbreaks. Over 90 people have been penalized for smuggling potentially dangerous Mexican eggs linked to health threats like Virulent Newcastle Disease. In contrast, fentanyl seizures saw a notable 32% decline.