A particularly contagious strain of bird flu has killed thousands of chickens, causing the price of eggs to nearly double from a year ago.
Egg prices have increased nationwide by about 38% in the past year. In other cases, eggs are absent from shelves altogether.
Avian influenza has led to a shortage of eggs and wholesale prices that are through the roof. Consumers can expect to feel ...
"You could lose your entire livelihood if you're impacted with this disease and have to dispatch your entire flock," said Colt Knight, an Associate Extension Professor and a State of Livestock ...
In fact, egg prices have increased nationwide by around 38% in the last year, bringing the average cost of one dozen up to $3 ...
American food markets are running short on eggs, and the situation may not improve for months.
Fact checked by Nick Blackmer Bird flu has impacted millions of hens in the U.S., leading to a national egg shortage.Eggs are ...