# The price of eggs has risen just in time for peak baking season : NPR

> Egg prices have risen again just as the holiday baking season starts, with a dozen regular eggs costing about 60% more than a year earlier. The American Egg Board says consumption has stayed high for 18 consecutive months, with the holidays its peak period.

- Date: 2024-12-07 · published 2024-12-07T12:00:00.000Z
- Category: market · region US · magnitude low
- Page: https://feedsoft.ai/events/26976-the-price-of-eggs-has-risen-just-in-time-for-peak-baking-season-npr
- Commodities: [Chicken](https://feedsoft.ai/c/CHICKEN.md)

## Why it matters

Strong seasonal baking demand combined with tight supply supports egg prices. The article does not signal a meaningful change in feed demand.

## Sources

- npr.org: https://www.npr.org/2024/12/07/nx-s1-5217783/the-price-of-eggs-has-risen-just-in-time-for-peak-baking-season

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