The latest monthly consumer price index showed that the average price of a dozen Grade A eggs in U.S. cities reached $4.95 in January.

Summary

Egg prices in the U.S. have reached a record high of $4.95 per dozen amid a severe bird flu outbreak that has led to the culling of millions of egg-laying chickens.

The shortage is compounded by rising feed, fuel, and labor costs, as well as increased demand and stricter cage-free regulations in several states.

Consumers face empty shelves, surcharges, and limited availability, with some areas pricing cartons at $10 or more.

Prices are expected to continue rising, especially with Easter demand.

      • disguy_ovahea@lemmy.world
        12·
        5 days ago

        Here. I found an article on it. You won’t hear of a corporate manager making the same considerations.

        Radhames Rodriguez, owner of Pamela’s Green Deli in the Bronx’s Morrisania section, said the idea of selling loose eggs came to him after seeing customers leaving full cartons on the counter because they couldn’t afford it.

        Hoping to help customers in the community, Rodriguez now sells three eggs for $2.99, which he says is a better than paying at least $12 for one carton.

        https://www.cbsnews.com/newyork/news/egg-prices-bronx-bodegas/

        • blakenong@lemmings.worldEnglish
          211·
          5 days ago

          I don’t think that works as well on people as you might think. Perhaps you’re the one who has remained ignorant by dismissing the opinions of others who may have very convincing arguments.

          But hey, stay ignorant.

          • TachyonTele@lemm.ee
            101·
            5 days ago

            There is no opinion. There is a fact why stores sell loosies, and it’s not “to be cool”. That’s the dumbest most out of touch thing I’ve ever heard.

            • blakenong@lemmings.worldEnglish
              21·
              5 days ago

              It’s because people can’t afford the whole thing, so they charge a premium for a single. If they gave a shit they’d just charge 1/12th of a carton of eggs, instead of gouging poor people. 17¢ might sound like a ridiculous amount to complain about to you and I, but if a person cannot afford a $10 carton, I’m guessing that money matters.