Egg prices in the U.S. have jumped 50% over the past year, driven by a severe bird flu outbreak that has wiped out over 13 million hens.
Prices spiked from $3.50 per dozen in early 2024 to $5.29 by mid-January. The increase coincides with strong holiday demand and has left consumers frustrated and facing potential price gouging.
The issue is now a political challenge for President Trump, who campaigned on lowering food costs. Democrats are criticizing his administration, while Trump officials blame the Biden administration for culling chickens to control disease. With new tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China set to take effect, experts predict further price increases for consumer goods.
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