Summary

Egg prices in the U.S. have reached a record high of $4.95 per dozen amid a severe bird flu outbreak that has led to the culling of millions of egg-laying chickens.

The shortage is compounded by rising feed, fuel, and labor costs, as well as increased demand and stricter cage-free regulations in several states.

Consumers face empty shelves, surcharges, and limited availability, with some areas pricing cartons at $10 or more.

Prices are expected to continue rising, especially with Easter demand.

  • iAmTheTot
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    6 天前

    Okay and what does the price of eggs in Canada and their structure have anything to do with the price of US eggs and their structure?

    A few months is not enough time to restructure the entire egg industry in the USA.

    • Sanctus@lemmy.world
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      6 天前

      I think the point was we’ve been heading in this fucked direction for a long time while everyone else has been building robust regulations.

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        5 天前

        Okay I don’t disagree with that assertion I’m just not sure what that has to do with the original comment of this chain.

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        5 天前

        I don’t disagree with that. Hence this was going to happen regardless of who won.