Rising Egg Prices and Government Responses
As egg prices soar, U.S. consumers face a grim forecast, with experts predicting a 41% increase in costs by 2025, largely driven by the ongoing bird flu crisis. In response, the Trump administration has unveiled a $1 billion plan aimed at combating the avian flu and stabilizing egg supplies. This comprehensive strategy includes measures such as increasing imports, deregulating the egg industry, and promoting backyard chicken farming. Despite these initiatives, many businesses and consumers continue to feel the sting of rising egg costs, raising questions about the effectiveness of current solutions.
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