Overview
- Egg prices in the U.S. hit a record $6.23 per dozen in March 2025, an 84% increase since early 2024, driven by avian flu and rising production costs.
- Nearly half of Americans (47%) are skipping traditional egg-dyeing activities, with alternatives like painted potatoes and marshmallows gaining popularity.
- Easter candy sales are projected to reach $3.3 billion in 2025, with 92% of holiday shoppers planning to buy candy, making it the top Easter purchase.
- Global cocoa prices remain elevated at $8,400 per ton, quadrupling since 2023 due to weather-related shortages, with potential U.S. tariffs threatening further increases.
- President Trump has falsely claimed egg prices have dropped significantly, contradicting official data showing record-high costs and fueling public confusion.