Letia James, Secretary -General of New York, has warned companies to hold the price of eggs and poultry in the occurrence of a national bird influenza that has driven prices to record the supply chain and high prices. It was issued.
Bird flu, which has influenced US poultry farms since 2022, has led millions of birds to contain viruses, reducing egg production and use.
As of December 2024, the national average price of Darth eggs reached $ 4.15, approaching the previous record of $ 4.82, two years ago.
The U.S. Ministry of Agriculture predicts that the egg price will rise by 20 % in 2025, worsening concerns between consumers and regulatory authorities.
Food shops in New York City can frequently reach $ 10 in the price of dozens of organic freezing eggs.
In response to these escalation prices, James emphasized the important roles of eggs in New Yorker's daily diet and emphasized legal ban on exploitation pricing practices.
“Eggs are the standard of food items that are indispensable in the whole state of the state, and New Yorkers should not pay a ridiculous amount just to feed their families.” James said in a statement.
She acknowledged the issues brought by bird flu on the poultry farm, but argued that “it should not be an excuse for companies to dramatically raise prices.”
Her office is actively monitoring the situation and urges the inhabitants to report an excessive price setting.
Under the general business law in New York, the price gown is to sell essential products or services at excessive prices during abnormal market turmoil, such as natural disasters and emergencies in public health.
Violators may face up to $ 25,000 penalties per incident. The law applies to all levels of supply chains, including manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers.
In 2021, James's office has secured a settlement with Hillandale FarMs Corporation, one of the largest egg producers and wholesalers in Japan, to illegally expand the egg price during the Covid-19 pandemic.
By reconciliation, 1.2 million eggs were distributed to New Yorkers.
The occurrence of the current bird flu, which has been identified as H5n1 shares, has been particularly toxic, leading to about 13 million birds loss in recent months.
This was not only nervous about the supply of eggs, but also caused concerns about potential human infection following the first human death reported in Louisiana.
Along with the US Ministry of Agriculture (USDA) and the Food Pharmaceutical Bureau (FDA), the Disease Control Prevention Center (CDC) cooperates to monitor and contain viruses.
Their efforts include implementation of bi -safety standards, monitoring programs, and increasing tests to alleviate spreads.
Consumers have reported significant prices, and prices are high in some areas. $ 7.09 per dozen in January 2025 Nationwide.
Since the start of the calendar, the egg price has increased $ 1.28 per dozen, or $ 22.03, according to Trading Economics, which has cited data from USDA.
In accordance with this, specific retailers manage limited supplies and implement purchases restrictions to prevent stocking.
James encouraged consumers to be vigilant and reported cases that were suspected of price gowns.
Complaints can be submitted online by calling a hot line in the 800-771-7755 office through the Bagle's website.
