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As of April 24, a dozen large grade A eggs averaged $2.99, up nearly 16% from January. Nearly 9 million chickens across Michigan, Minnesota, New Mexico and Texas were infected with bird flu in recent weeks, according to USDA.
Infected flocks being depopulated reduce egg supply and keep retail prices elevated for several months while production rebuilds. Feed demand from affected layers is reduced.
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