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egg prices

The avian flu continues to be cited for an increase in egg prices. (Journal photo by Dave Bergmeier.)
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USDA lowers 2026 red meat and poultry production forecast

USDA lowers 2026 red meat and poultry production forecast as beef and pork projections decline, WASDE reports. Read More

Photo by Dave Bergmeier.
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USDA adjusts poultry and egg outlooks

The avian flu continues to be cited for an increase in egg prices. (Journal photo by Dave Bergmeier.)
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Poultry production on upswing

Journal photo by Dave Bergmeier.

USDA: Poultry production expectations raised for 2027

  • May 15, 2026
  • By dave-bergmeier
Many fresh eggs at the market. (Photo: Adobe Stock │ #295334887 - Andrea Izzotti)

USDA report lowers 2026 poultry outlook

  • April 16, 2026
  • By dave-bergmeier
Many fresh eggs at the market. (Photo: Adobe Stock │ #295334887 - Andrea Izzotti)

Egg prices fall to 2023 levels, but won’t last for long

  • February 23, 2026
  • By Mary Hightower │ U of A System Division of Agriculture
Protecting backyard chickens from avian influenza takes implementation of a consistent biosecurity regimen that reduces the potential for the virus to be introduced to your farm. (Laura McKenzie/Texas A&M AgriLife)

What is avian influenza? Fast facts on ‘bird flu’ in the U.S.

  • February 13, 2026
  • By Adam Russell │ Texas A&M AgriLife Extension
Woman with eggs in hands. (Photo: iStock - Jacob Wackerhausen)

How to price farm fresh eggs when selling

  • September 15, 2025
  • By Alissa Weece
The avian flu continues to be cited for an increase in egg prices. (Journal photo by Dave Bergmeier.)

Egg prices show some sign of easing

  • May 16, 2025
  • By dave-bergmeier
A dozen large eggs reached an all-time high average price of $6.14 on Jan. 18. Experts aren’t sure when prices will stabilize and start falling due to ongoing HPAI outbreaks impacting egg production. (Photo: Laura McKenzie/Texas A&M AgriLife)

Rollins: Progress made on avian flu and egg prices

  • March 29, 2025
  • By HPJ staff
One dozen white eggs in a carton package. (Adobe Stock │ #348670594 - Kenishirotie)

Egg prices starting to decline as consumers adjust

  • March 15, 2025
  • By dave-bergmeier
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