Egg Prices Drop Sharply, but Retail Costs Remain High

Wholesale egg prices have fallen to $3 per dozen as avian flu cases decline, but grocery store prices lag behind due to supply chain delays.

Wholesale egg prices have dropped 9% in the past week to $3 per dozen, reflecting improved supply conditions.
Retail egg prices remain elevated at an average of $5.90 per dozen, with grocers slow to adjust pricing.
The avian flu outbreak, which has killed 170 million birds since 2022, is now contained, allowing poultry farmers to rebuild flocks.
Egg production has reached a three-month high as manufacturers take advantage of falling wholesale prices to increase supply.
Despite improved availability, some grocery stores, including Costco and Whole Foods, continue to limit egg purchases for customers.