Eggs for Easter cost much less in the US than last year. A look at the numbers

The Evolution of Eggs A Look at US Egg Prices and Their Impact on Consumer
Consumers and Farmers

As we navigate the ever-changing landscape of the egg industry, it's essent
essential to take a step back and examine the factors that affect egg price
prices in the United States. In this blog post, we'll delve into the recent
recent evolution of eggs, exploring how bird flu outbreaks have impacted US
US egg prices.

The Evolution of Eggs A Look at US Egg Prices

US egg prices have seen a significant decline, dropping 60% from last year'
year's record highs. This welcome drop in prices has made it easier for con
consumers to fill their Easter baskets and Passover Seder plates. The culpr
culprit behind elevated retail prices during the first five months of 2025 
was bird flu, which led to farmers and commercial producers having to slaug
slaughter entire broods of egg-laying hens. However, as cases began to ebb 
in the second half of last year, egg supplies started to recover.

The Impact of Bird Flu Outbreaks on Egg Prices

The rapid spread of bird flu forced farmers and commercial producers to tak
take drastic measures, including slaughtering entire flocks of egg-laying h
hens. According to Mark Jordan, executive director of agricultural research
research firm LEAP Market Analytics, the rising number of infected commerci
commercial flocks in March is still affecting US poultry flocks.

The Numbers Examining the Effect of Bird Flu on Consumers and Farmers

Let's take a closer look at some key statistics that give us insight into t
the impact of bird flu on consumers and farmers

Average US price for a dozen eggs in February $2.50
Average US price for a dozen eggs in March 2025 $6.23 (an all-time high)
high)
Number of egg-laying hens in the US as of March 1 315.8 million (an
(an 8% increase from last year)
Number of egg-laying hens in Iowa, the top U.S. state for egg production
production 45 million
Number of chickens and other birds in commercial and backyard flocks that
that died or were culled due to bird flu since February 2022 205.7 million
million
Average cost for farmers to produce a dozen eggs (not including la
labor and transportation) $1.05
* National average wholesale price of eggs as of late March $1.17 per doze
dozen

In addition to these numbers, it's worth noting that the Trump administrati
administration's decision to import nearly 1 billion eggs last year helped 
lower prices, although imports have since returned to more normal levels. T
The US also exported fewer eggs last year to help boost domestic supplies.

For farmers, the lower egg prices may be a double-edged sword. While consum
consumers are benefiting from lower prices, farmers are struggling to recou
recoup their costs as egg prices plummet. Farmers are no strangers to vola
volatility, said Emily Metz, president and CEO of the America Egg Board, a
a trade group. It's part of the business. But in recent months, many have 
been selling eggs at or below the cost of production.

In conclusion, the evolution of eggs has led to significant changes in US e
egg prices over the past year. From record highs to lower prices, consumers
consumers and farmers alike are affected by these changes. As we move forwa
forward, it will be essential to continue monitoring egg prices and their i
impact on both consumers and farmers.

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Edward Lance Arellano Lorilla

CEO / Co-Founder

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