Bird Flu Crisis Drives Record Egg Prices and Sparks Debate Over Federal Response

Egg prices in the U.S. have soared due to avian flu outbreaks, with criticism mounting over the Trump administration's handling of the crisis.

Egg prices in the U.S. hit a record high of $4.95 per dozen in January 2025, with some regions seeing prices as high as $7.09 per dozen.
The ongoing avian flu outbreak has killed over 20 million egg-laying chickens in late 2024 alone, reducing the national flock by nearly 4%.
Critics argue that the Trump administration's workforce cuts at key agencies, including the CDC and USDA, have weakened efforts to control the outbreak.
The administration has announced a $1 billion investment in biosecurity and vaccine development, but experts question its effectiveness and timing.
Local farmers and small-scale producers are seeing increased demand, while some consumers turn to backyard chickens or imported eggs as alternatives.