Folks, are you seeing this? The egg situation in the US has officially gone from bad to absolutely bonkers. We’re not just talking about a slight price increase anymore – we’re talking about a full-blown egg crisis, forcing Americans to literally cross the border to get their hands on a carton!
It’s frankly embarrassing. Reports are flooding in of people driving into Mexico just to stock up on eggs. A carton that used to be a supermarket staple is now a luxury item. As of March, the average price for a dozen eggs soared to $6.23 – that’s over 50 cents an egg!
Let’s dive a bit deeper into what’s happening. This isn’t an isolated incident; it’s a symptom of a much larger problem: skyrocketing food prices. The USDA data is terrifying. Since 2020, food costs have been steadily climbing, with a staggering 9.9% jump in 2022. That’s the highest increase we’ve seen in four decades!
Need a quick breakdown? Here’s the ‘why’ behind the eggflation:
Avian influenza, commonly known as bird flu, decimated poultry populations, drastically reducing egg supply. This shock to supply naturally drove prices up.
Increased feed costs, fueled by geopolitical tensions and supply chain issues, are impacting the price of everything from grain to chicken feed.
Demand for eggs has remained consistently strong, especially during the Easter season, exacerbating the existing shortages.
This isn’t just about breakfast anymore; it’s about the erosion of purchasing power for everyday Americans. It’s a wake-up call to the fragility of our food system. I’ll be watching this closely – and you should too.
