Egg-Laying Hens at 9-Year Low

Egg-Laying Hens at Nine-Year Low as Bird Flu Decimates US Flock
America’s flock of egg-laying hens dropped to the lowest since 2016 in January as avian influenza resulted in the death of millions of birds, driving egg prices to record levels.
Comparing egg prices amid bird flu killing hens across U.S.
BROOKLYN (WABC) -- The price of eggs continues to soar as the bird flu cases wreak havoc on supplies in the U.S. In January, eggs cost about $6 a dozen. On Monday, a dozen eggs will cost you about $8.47.
Consumers turn to buying or renting hens as egg prices soar, but it may not help you save
Amid the rising costs of eggs, some consumers are looking for alternatives. Across the country, some hatcheries said they're seeing more interest in buying chickens, but experts warn you may not save money.
'Worst day' as 5,000 hens culled due to bird flu
A farmer said it was the worst day he could ever imagine as his 5,000 hens are set to be culled after an outbreak of bird flu.
Surging egg prices are being driven by more than bird flu
Despite opportunity for strong margins in the U.S. poultry and egg industry, producers are uneasy as they face what may be the sector’s most challenging period ever. Highly pathogenic avian influenza is now a
Could bird flu vaccines help tackle high egg prices? Experts say it’s not so simple
On her first day on the job last week, new US Department of Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins held a meeting to review the agency’s options for controlling the bird flu outbreak and possibly help lower the price of eggs.
Egg prices are soaring—Could raising chickens be the solution?
With egg prices on the rise, more people are turning to backyard chickens in search of a reliable source of fresh eggs.
Retired hens revitalise Cyprus olive groves
Organic farmers in Cyprus have recruited hundreds of retired hens to fertilize olive groves in a pilot project they say ...
As egg prices surge, St. Louis-area farmers fight to protect their hens
They're watching their hens closely, moving them indoors and trying to keep potentially disease-carrying wild birds from getting near their chickens.
More than 400 roosters and hens euthanized after being found in alleged Kansas cockfighting operation
Law enforcement and humane organization officials found hundreds of birds in kept small structures, some with visible ...
Jackson family raises hens to avoid rising egg prices
As egg prices continue to escalate, some city dwellers aren’t feeling that punch in the wallet because they have their own ...
Egg Shortage: Denny’s Reportedly Puts Surcharge On Egg Dishes At Some Locations
The Department of Agriculture warned egg prices may increase more than 20% this year, after December saw a year-over-year ...
For Savvy New Yorkers, It’s All About Cheap Eggs and Where to Find Them
A bird flu outbreak affecting eggs hits differently in a city where prices and availability fluctuate from block to block.
Bird cull farmer 'overwhelmed' by £30k crowdfunder
A Devon poultry farmer who had 5,000 hens culled because of bird flu has been "overwhelmed" after a crowdfunder raised ...
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Florida chicken farmers experience increased demand in wake of bird flu scare
As egg prices have gone up, some Florida residents are crowing about raising their own chickens. Lacy Spencer, 26, a ...