Overview

• Denny's and Waffle House have introduced temporary surcharges on meals containing eggs, with Denny's adjusting pricing by location based on regional impacts.
• Egg prices rose by 15.2% in January 2025, marking the largest monthly increase since 2015, and are projected to rise further this year.
• Major retailers, including Trader Joe's and Whole Foods, have imposed purchasing limits on eggs to manage supply shortages caused by bird flu outbreaks.
• The USDA is exploring solutions such as biosecurity measures and vaccination, but industry concerns over trade restrictions and costs complicate vaccine adoption.
• Experts warn that bird flu may become a persistent issue in the U.S., with nearly 19 million birds affected in the past month alone.