As the holiday baking season approaches, the average price for a dozen eggs in the U.S. rose to $3.37, a 63% increase from last year. This rise is attributed to a lingering bird flu outbreak that has led to the slaughter of over 111 million birds and a 4% drop in egg production. Though prices are up, they remain below the peak levels of 2023. The American Egg Board reports that egg shortages have been isolated and are being rapidly corrected as the industry tries to meet unprecedented seasonal demand amidst challenges posed by supply chain issues and climate changes affecting bird populations.