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Egg prices are soaring again. Here’s why and what to expect (www.kcur.org)
submitted 2 weeks ago by MicroWave to c/economics
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Egg prices have surged, with a dozen large Grade A eggs averaging $4.15 last month, a 37% increase year-over-year.

The rise is driven by bird flu, which killed over 16 million hens since December, reducing supply.

The Midwest, a key egg production region, has been hit hardest due to migratory bird patterns and a new strain affecting dairy cattle.

Other factors like holiday demand and rising feed costs also contribute.

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[–] [email protected] 6 points 2 weeks ago (1 children)

Damn I would be glad to pay $4 for eggs. Just bought a dozen here in Sacramento and it was $12 and only 1 per customer.

[–] weariedfae 2 points 2 weeks ago

What the ever loving shit fuck