USDA Launches $1 Billion Plan to Address Egg Prices and Bird Flu
- The U.S. Department of Agriculture predicts a 20.3% increase in egg prices in 2025 due to a bird flu outbreak that has killed over 13.2 million commercial egg-laying hens in December alone.
- Eric Bunzow raises chickens for eggs, prioritizing health benefits over cost, despite rising feed prices amidst the bird flu situation.
- Stephanie Vogel, from the Northern Kentucky Health Department, stated that the general public faces a low risk of contracting bird flu, which should be reassuring.
- Small businesses, like Bob's Diner, are struggling with rising egg prices, leading to menu price adjustments and concerns about future affordability.
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The Trump Administration’s Plan to Lower the Price of Eggs
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