Egg prices increase to a record high, despite President Donald Trump’s predictions and a decline in bird flu
- U.S. Egg prices have increased to a record high of $6.23 per dozen, despite President Donald Trump’s predictions and no egg farms reporting bird flu outbreaks.
- The rise in egg prices means consumers and businesses should not expect immediate relief, as noted in the Consumer Price Index report.
- Cal-Maine reported its net income of $508.5 million for its most recent quarter, more than tripling compared to last year.
- Experts believe the president's plan to strengthen defenses against bird flu will provide long-term benefits for egg farmers.
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Egg price reaches new record in the US and frustrates hope of a fall before Easter
Egg prices in the United States rose again last month, imposing a new record of $6.23 per dozen despite the predictions of President Donald Trump, a fall in wholesale prices and the absence of outbreaks of avian influenza on egg-producing farms.
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