Record-high egg prices aren't expected to get cheaper until the 2nd quarter
Record-high egg prices are unlikely to drop until the second quarter of 2025, according to industry experts.
The soaring prices, driven by factors such as avian flu outbreaks and inflationary pressures, have left consumers feeling the pinch at grocery stores.
Many are hopeful that prices will stabilize as the egg supply chain recovers.
The impact of avian flu, which wiped out millions of hens, has significantly reduced the egg supply, contributing to the surge in prices.
Experts predict that once the egg-laying flock rebounds and the outbreak subsides, prices should begin to ease.
However, it may take a few more months for the market to fully recover, with the second quarter being the expected turning point.
For now, consumers will continue to face high prices, but relief could be on the horizon as production levels stabilize. It’s advised to keep an eye on market trends for potential price drops later this year.