Egg prices spike ahead of Christmas as avian flu spreads

The video discusses the rising cost of eggs during the holiday week, with prices now averaging $3.65 per dozen, up from $2.52 at the start of 2024. The Bureau of Labor Statistics attributes this increase to the avian bird flu, which has decimated flocks of egg-laying hens, leading to higher wholesale prices.

What event has caused the price of eggs to surprise consumers?

• A new farming technique

• A surplus of eggs

• A holiday week

• A decrease in demand

What is the current average cost of a dozen grade A eggs?

• $2.52

• $3.65

• $4.00

• $3.00

What was the price of a dozen grade A eggs at the start of 2024?

• $3.65

• $2.52

• $4.00

• $3.00

Which factor is primarily responsible for the recent increase in egg prices?

• Increased transportation costs

• Avian bird flu outbreak

• Higher demand for eggs

• New government regulations

What impact has the avian bird flu had on egg-laying hens?

• Improved hen health

• Wiped out flocks

• No significant impact

• Increased egg production