Egg prices in the U.S. expected to rise 20% in 2025 due to inflation and bird flu outbreak

Egg prices in the U.S. are expected to rise by over 20% in 2025, following a 65% increase in December 2024. The average cost of a dozen eggs reached $4.15, up from $2.51 a year earlier. The main factors driving these price hikes are rising inflation and a significant outbreak of bird flu, which has led to the culling of millions of infected birds. Egg production fell by 3% in December, and the population of egg-laying hens decreased by 2%. Government efforts to address the situation include increased funding for bird flu response. However, experts indicate that prices may not stabilize for several months, as the flu must be contained and the hen population replenished.