U.S. Retail Egg Prices Fall After Record Highs Due to Bird Flu Outbreaks

U.S. retail egg prices fell in April after hitting record highs earlier this year due to bird flu outbreaks, with the average price for a dozen Grade A eggs dropping to $5.12 from $6.23 in March. Prices are expected to continue falling in May and June as consumer demand decreases post-Easter.

Egg Price Surge

Egg prices have hit an all-time high, causing frustration among shoppers who are struggling to afford basic breakfast items. Walmart and Costco have implemented purchase limits due to supply chain disruptions caused by bird flu outbreaks. The national average for a dozen Grade A eggs reached $4.95 in January 2025, more than doubling since August 2023.

Impact of Egg Shortage on American Restaurants

American restaurants are facing an egg shortage due to bird flu outbreaks, leading to record-high egg prices and impacting businesses like Biscuit Belly. Some restaurants are switching to liquid eggs to cope with rising costs without passing them on to consumers.