Egg Prices FALL – Finally!

For the first time in months, American families can breathe a sigh of relief as retail egg prices have finally started to decline.

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Newly released government data shows that last month, the cost for a dozen Grade A eggs decreased to $5.12.

This decrease offers a bit of hope amidst the financial pressures faced by many citizens.

After months of skyrocketing prices, April marked the first decline in egg prices since October 2024.

The Consumer Price Index revealed that the average cost for a dozen eggs dropped by 12.7%, representing an 18% decrease from March’s astronomical $6.23 per dozen.

The drop in pricing can be attributed to a recovery in egg supplies, which had been severely impacted by a widespread bird flu outbreak.

Since early 2022, over 169 million birds have succumbed to the disease, creating shortages that led to record-high egg prices.

In April alone, outbreaks in Ohio and South Dakota affected over 927,000 egg-laying hens.

Egg prices, though lower, remain near historic highs due to continued disruption in supply caused by the outbreak.

Yet, this slight decrease signals a potential easing in the burden on American consumers.

Despite the recent relief, April’s prices were still 79% higher than last year, where a dozen eggs averaged $2.86.

Given the persistent supply challenges and reliance on international markets, the U.S. needs a comprehensive strategy to safeguard its food supply chain from future crises.

As production recovers, and assuming the bird flu is contained, a more significant decline in prices could occur in the coming months.

The battle against inflation and supply shocks requires cooperation among farmers, government entities, and consumers.

For now, families can appreciate this small but significant improvement in food costs while advocating for long-term solutions that prevent such volatility in essential commodities.