Dairy and Grocery Prices Surge as Egg Costs Climb due to Bird Flu Outbreak
Sunday, 2 February 2025, 22:35
Dairy and Grocery Price Increases Result from Bird Flu Outbreak
In 2024, the average price of a dozen large, Grade A eggs escalated by 65 percent, driven primarily by a deadly bird flu outbreak that started in 2022. According to the USDA, prices are expected to climb another 20 percent this year. These staggering increments in egg prices are compounding the already rising costs in the grocery sector, directly impacting customer spending.
Impact on Dairy and Grocery Pricing
- Widespread Supply Issues: The egg shortage directly correlates with dairy and other grocery costs.
- Consumer Behavior Shifts: Rising prices lead consumers to alter purchasing habits.
- Market Predictions: Economists forecast continued volatility in food prices.
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