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Bird Flu Crisis: Egg Prices Surge to $12/dozen

1/25/2025

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Summary

Bird Flu Crisis

The relentless bird flu outbreak is wreaking havoc on U.S. poultry and egg production, sending egg prices soaring to an astonishing $12 per dozen in some regions. With over 135 million birds affected since 2022 and mass euthanizations underway, fears are mounting as recent human infections emerge, highlighting the urgent need for vigilance in public health.

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Maryland's Bird Flu

Maryland's battle against bird flu intensifies as a fourth case emerges on a chicken farm, raising concerns as the H5N1 virus has already impacted over 635,600 birds statewide. In response, Massachusetts has taken precautionary measures, closing D.W. Field Park and urging residents to steer clear of sick birds to safeguard public health.

History

Historical Context

The current bird flu outbreak in the U.S. echoes past agricultural crises, such as the 1980s salmonella and avian influenza outbreaks. These events led to significant changes in poultry farming practices and regulations. The ongoing crisis highlights the vulnerability of industrial agriculture to disease, reminiscent of historical challenges that reshaped food safety and public health policies. Vigilance remains crucial as human infections emerge.

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Bird Flu Crisis

The relentless bird flu outbreak is wreaking havoc on U.S. poultry and egg production, sending egg prices soaring to an astonishing $12 per dozen in some regions. With over 135 million birds affected since 2022 and mass euthanizations underway, fears are mounting as recent human infections emerge, highlighting the urgent need for vigilance in public health.

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