Overview

• Egg prices in the US have begun to decrease from their peak, but shortages remain significant, with elevated prices expected through 2025.
• More than 30 million hens have been culled in the US this year due to highly pathogenic avian influenza, severely reducing egg production capacity.
• Temporary import agreements with Turkey and South Korea are providing limited relief, but logistical and regulatory barriers hinder broader international assistance.
• US Customs and Border Protection has intercepted a sharp rise in eggs smuggled from Mexico, where prices are significantly lower.
• Experts caution that replenishing flocks and restoring egg production is a slow process, taking 4-5 months for hens to reach full maturity and productivity.