WASHINGTON, D.C. (LOOTPRESS) – Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins revealed Tuesday that egg prices in the U.S. have fallen nearly $2 after a surge in cost that had many consumers concerned.
The price hike was largely attributed to an outbreak of avian flu.
However, Rollins reassured the public that prices are stabilizing.
“A good piece of news we just got in the last day or two is that the average cost of eggs has now gone down $1.85 since we announced our plan about a week-and-a-half ago,” Rollins said.
Despite the drop, she noted that March sees heightened demand for eggs due to the Easter season.
In response to the avian flu, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is focusing on combating the virus with funding for research aimed at developing a vaccine to protect poultry.
Rollins emphasized caution, stating that the full effects of such a vaccine on the food supply must be understood before it is implemented.
Additionally, the USDA is exploring the possibility of importing eggs from international sources to offset the domestic shortage.
In February, the USDA reported a 53% increase in egg prices since January 2024, with a 13.8% jump alone in January 2025. The agency warned that prices could rise by up to 41% this year.
The soaring egg prices have also led to changes in the restaurant industry.
Waffle House introduced a $0.50 surcharge for egg-inclusive orders in February, while Cracker Barrel responded by offering double rewards points for egg dish orders, publicly criticizing Waffle House’s decision.
