The avian flu outbreak has triggered an unprecedented increase in egg prices, with California seeing rates as high as $9 a dozen. This spike highlights the impact of bird flu on both poultry farmers and consumers.
Retail prices for eggs in California have risen dramatically, with a staggering 70% increase in just one month, as reported by the US Department of Agriculture.
In San Francisco, a standard carton of Lucerne eggs is priced at $8.99, while organic eggs can soar to $12.99 per dozen, reflecting the scarcity caused by the avian flu.
Experts suggest that it may be 4 to 6 months before the egg supply returns to normal, leaving consumers facing high prices for the foreseeable future.
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