Overview

• Wholesale egg prices in New York have fallen to $3.93 per dozen, down from a February peak of $8.53, but retail prices remain elevated at $6 per dozen.
• The US continues to import eggs from countries like South Korea, Turkiye, and Brazil to address shortages caused by the avian flu outbreak, which has led to the culling of 170 million birds since 2022.
• US Customs and Border Protection reports a significant increase in egg smuggling from Mexico, with over 3,200 seizures in the first two months of 2025 due to a price disparity between the two countries.
• The Ordinary, a skincare brand, conducted a viral marketing stunt by selling discounted egg cartons in New York City, highlighting the societal impact of the crisis.
• The USDA projects a 41.1% increase in retail egg prices for 2025 if the avian flu outbreak is not contained, with seasonal Easter demand further pressuring the market.