Egg prices across the country have dropped dramatically in the wake of President Donald Trump’s aggressive action to stabilize the market and restore confidence in America’s food supply. Since implementing a targeted five-point plan, the average cost of eggs has fallen by more than 60%, with prices plunging from over $8 a dozen in February to roughly $3 today.
This turnaround comes just months after egg prices hit historic highs due to the worst avian flu outbreak in U.S. history and skyrocketing inflation under previous leadership.
Trump’s Plan That Broke the Price Spike
Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins, appointed under Trump’s second-term Cabinet, credited the sharp decline in prices to a comprehensive, commonsense strategy that directly addressed the causes of the crisis. The five-point plan includes:
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Rolling back burdensome regulations that were strangling chicken farmers with red tape and driving up costs.
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Accelerating repopulation of flocks devastated by avian flu, ensuring a faster return to stable production.
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Enhancing biosecurity at farms to prevent future outbreaks and protect the nation’s poultry supply.
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Temporarily importing eggs from vetted foreign partners to stabilize immediate supply shortages.
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Investing in long-term research on avian flu treatments, vaccines, and rapid-response culling methods.
Rollins said the administration’s decisive actions restored market confidence and gave producers the tools they needed to rebuild fast.
Wholesale Relief, Retail to Follow
While the wholesale market is already seeing the benefits, retail price cuts may take a few more weeks to fully reflect the changes. The USDA is continuing to monitor the situation, particularly as spring bird migration begins—an event that often increases the risk of further avian flu spread.
Nonetheless, the Trump administration’s early success with its egg strategy is being hailed as a major win for American families, many of whom were forced to cut back or pay outrageous prices during the Biden-era food inflation crisis.
Strong Leadership, Quick Results
Once again, the Trump administration has shown that focused leadership, deregulation, and rapid response can reverse economic strain and restore affordability for the American people. With more families able to afford basic groceries again, the administration is vowing to keep the momentum going—and ensure that no American pays $8 for a dozen eggs ever again.