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U.S. Egg Supply Crisis: Prices Soar Amid Avian Flu

3/20/2025

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The U.S. is grappling with a severe egg supply crisis, having lost over 166 million hens to avian flu since 2022. Prices skyrocketed by 150%, leading to calls for European imports. While prices have recently dipped, experts caution that persistent outbreaks could extend shortages. The USDA is actively seeking vaccination and biosecurity solutions to tackle the virus.

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The U.S. is grappling with a severe egg supply crisis, having lost over 166 million hens to avian flu since 2022. Prices skyrocketed by 150%, leading to calls for European imports. While prices have recently dipped, experts caution that persistent outbreaks could extend shortages. The USDA is actively seeking vaccination and biosecurity solutions to tackle the virus.