Egg prices in the U.S. are expected to rise by 20% in 2025, significantly more than the overall food price increase of 2.2%. The recent avian flu outbreak, which devastated millions of egg-laying hens, continues to strain supply. As holiday demand drives panic buying, consumers face an average price of $4.15 per dozen as of December, a sharp increase from previous months. Experts indicate that until the flu is under control, elevated prices and tight supplies will persist, with some states seeing a resurgence of the virus affecting their poultry.
Without a resolution to the avian flu outbreak, which has led to the euthanization of millions of egg-laying hens, consumers can expect continued high prices for eggs.
Despite an overall food price increase of only 2.2%, egg prices are projected to soar by 20% in 2025, uniquely affected by market strains.
The ongoing demand and panic buying during holiday periods have exacerbated the egg price surge, highlighting eggs as indispensable despite elevated costs.
Emily Metz notes, 'As long as the avian flu persists, high prices will continue,' marking a challenging outlook for egg consumers.
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