Egg Shortage in the USA: Rising Prices and Sales Restrictions
The United States is facing a severe shortage of eggs, leading to a sharp increase in prices and restrictions on sales in retail chains. In some states, the price of a dozen eggs has reached $10. At the exchange rate of 499.76 tenge per US dollar (as of February 21, 2025), this is equivalent to approximately 4,997.60 tenge.
Causes of the Shortage and Rising Egg Prices in the USA
Since early 2024, the US has been experiencing a major outbreak of avian influenza, which has led to mass culling of laying hens. This has caused a severe drop in egg supply and, consequently, record price increases.
- In January 2025, the average retail price of a dozen large eggs reached $4.95.
- By February, prices continued to rise, exceeding $5.49 per dozen.
- In some of the hardest-hit states, egg prices have skyrocketed to $10 per dozen, which is approximately 4,997.60 tenge.
Sales Restrictions and Alternative Solutions
In response to the shortage, many retail chains have introduced restrictions on egg sales. Some stores now limit purchases to one or two cartons per person to prevent panic buying and empty shelves.
The rising prices have also led to a growing demand for egg substitutes. Some consumers are switching to plant-based egg alternatives, while farmers are offering egg-laying hens for rent to allow households to produce their own eggs.
Global Egg Price Comparison
The US is now among the countries with the highest egg prices.
For comparison, the price of a dozen eggs in:
- New Zealand – about $7
- Switzerland – $6.10
- Norway – $5.04
Meanwhile, Russia maintains much lower egg prices, with a dozen eggs costing around $1.34. This is due to stable domestic production and government measures to regulate food prices.
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