In the Southeast and South Central regions, a dozen large eggs now cost over $7
The bird flu crisis is ravaging the nation’s egg supply and pushing up prices of the breakfast staple. According to USDA, nearly 13 million birds were affected in the past 30 days.
In the Southeast and South Central regions, a dozen large eggs now cost over $7. The Midwest is seeing prices around $6.95.
The USDA and American Egg Board are working on solutions, but experts warn prices will stay high until the virus is controlled.
Last week, the Department of Health and Human Services allocated $590 million to accelerate bird flu vaccine trials. It remains to be seen if the Trump administration will take additional action.