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Egg Prices and Trade Tensions

Updated 2026-10-01 09:10 UTC 1 source Negative

High egg prices have decreased due to avian flu outbreaks, but trade tensions with Iran are also affecting farmers. The Trump administration's policies have contributed to the market pressures.

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Egg prices have tumbled since Trump returned to office. Here's why

Agriculture experts say high egg prices were the result of severe avian flu outbreaks, but the Trump administration's tariffs and the war with Iran have also put pressure on farmers.

2026-10-01 09:00 UTC