Surging egg costs
A wave of avian flu is largely being blamed for a shortage of eggs, which has caused prices to skyrocket.
Prices can vary depending on what part of the country you live in, however, the consumer price index pegged the value of a dozen large eggs at $4.95 as of January. That's up from $2.52 a year prior.
The rising cost of eggs has led many diners and bodegas across America to raise prices — in some cases adding a surcharge per egg — and remind staff to handle inventory with care.
"My cooks, they all know — do not break an egg. Be very gentle," Gizelle Bruggemann, who runs The Pelican Restaurant in Lake Worth Beach, Florida, told WPTV News in a story posted Feb. 4. "They are the most expensive thing on the menu right now."
Some restaurant owners who are reluctant to raise menu prices are seeking different distributors.
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Learn MoreHow you can limit the impact
Relief may not come any time soon for businesses and consumers. The U.S. Department of Agriculture predicts the price of eggs will go up around 20% in 2025, while the price of food is expected to rise 2.2%.
There are several steps consumers can take to limit the impact of sky-high egg prices. The most obvious is to consume fewer eggs — but that doesn't mean you have to give them up altogether. Instead, look for creative ways to enjoy your favorite foods.
Rather than using three eggs for an omelet, use two and add a splash of milk and extra meat or veggies to round out your meal. Look for egg alternatives to use in the kitchen. Many vegan baking recipes, for example, use applesauce or mashed bananas as a binding agent instead of eggs. Some websites offer allergy-friendly recipes, as many people are allergic to eggs, presenting different options.
Another way to offset rising egg costs is to buy in bulk or through local farmers. Wholesale clubs and local farms sometimes offer better deals than grocery stores, especially when purchasing larger quantities.
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