Avian Flu in U.S. Raises Concerns About Easter Egg Shortages in Germany

Brandenburg's agriculture minister warns of possible egg supply disruptions as U.S. imports increase due to a severe avian flu outbreak.

A severe outbreak of avian flu in the United States has significantly impacted its domestic egg production, leading to increased imports from Europe, including Germany.
German Agriculture Minister Hanka Mittelstädt cautioned that a potential egg shortage could occur during Easter, a peak demand period for eggs.
Germany already imports one in four eggs, and heightened U.S. demand may strain the European supply chain further.
Mittelstädt encouraged consumers to consider purchasing eggs from regional producers and direct marketers as an alternative.
While German poultry farms have robust biosecurity measures, Mittelstädt acknowledged that outbreaks could still occur, as seen in a recent case in Brandenburg.