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U.S. Grocers Impose Egg Purchase Limits Amid Ongoing Bird Flu Outbreak

Due to bird flu-induced supply shortages, major retailers like Trader Joe’s and Costco are limiting egg purchases to manage demand across the U.S.

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  2. Egg purchase restrictions take effect at more major US grocery stores

    The ongoing egg shortage, driven by avian influenza outbreaks, is causing significant disruptions for both consumers and businesses, prompting grocery stores to impose purchasing limits and leading eateries to reconsider their pricing strategies.

    Egg purchase restrictions take effect at more major US grocery stores

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  3. As egg prices continue to soar, grocers like Trader Joe's limit how many cartons customers can buy

    The escalating limits on egg purchases at grocery stores across the U.S. reveal the dire impact of the ongoing bird flu outbreak, and with egg prices showing no signs of stabilizing, consumers are caught in a tough scramble.

    As egg prices continue to soar, grocers like Trader Joe's limit how many cartons customers can buy

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Feb 11th, 2025, 5:37 PM ET

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In response to a severe egg shortage caused by the avian flu outbreak, U.S. retailers, including Trader Joe's, Costco, and Kroger, are imposing purchase limits. Trader Joe's has capped purchases at one carton per customer, while Costco allows up to three packages. Egg prices have surged, with the national average reaching $4.15 per dozen in December, and forecasts suggest further increases of up to 20%. Some restaurants are also raising prices, with Waffle House adding a surcharge per egg as supply difficulties continue.

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